During the event, occupational mental health in Chile was addressed and the presentation of the Psychosocial Risk Surveillance Protocol at Work, established by SUSESO.

Last Friday, November 15, the seminar “The Chemistry of Happiness and Well-being in the Industry” was held, organized by the Association of the Chemical and Plastic Industry (Asiquim) Regional South Zone, an event that brought together experts, professionals and representatives of the industrial sector to address the importance of mental health in work environments, a topic of increasing relevance in the context of current social and economic changes.

One of the key points of the seminar was the presentation of the Psychosocial Risk Surveillance Protocol at Work, established by the Superintendency of Social Security (SUSESO), a fundamental tool to identify and evaluate psychosocial risks that can affect the well-being of workers. protocol that also provides a clear and precise methodology so that companies can evaluate the factors that affect the mental health of their employees, such as work stress, excessive workload, poor environmental conditions and conflictive interpersonal relationships.

Mental health in Chile

According to data from the 2021 National Health Survey, carried out by the Chilean Ministry of Health, around 30% of the working population in the country reported symptoms of work-related stress. This phenomenon has been identified as one of the main causes of occupational illness, which generates a high rate of absenteeism and low productivity. Illnesses related to stress and mental health are among the leading causes of medical leaves in Chile.

The presentation of the protocol by occupational health experts was accompanied by discussions on effective strategies to reduce the negative impact of these risks, such as the implementation of wellness programs and the promotion of an organizational culture that values ​​the mental health of employees.

In this context, at Hidronor we join as a sponsor of this fundamental initiative, reaffirming our commitment to corporate social responsibility and the well-being of our collaborators. In fact, we have been a benchmark in the industry for our initiatives focused on sustainability and the comprehensive health of workers.

Work environment

The seminar is part of a series of initiatives that seek to raise awareness among companies about the importance of incorporating workplace well-being practices and, in particular, mental health as a fundamental part of the organizational strategy.

The event, which was developed with great success, makes it clear that workplace well-being and mental health must be a priority within business agendas to guarantee healthier and more productive work environments.