P-096 the Italian “Parametric, (H)olistic, Profitable” (Pop) Tree Model of the Occupational Medicine in the Total Worker Health® Approach for the Sake of Workforce and the Organization

Introduction The occupational physician (OP) is a global advisor of the employer for aspects concerning the workers’ health. Methods Beyond the assessment of occupational risks, the OP has been enriched in recent decades with innovative skills and responsibilities, which span in the field of prevention and promotion of worker’s wellbeing. Results The occupational health service is depicted by the “POP tree” –Parametric, (h)Olistic, Profitable– with three main branches regarding ergonomics, psychological well-being, and workplace health promotion (WHP). Well-being indicators (e.g., absenteeism, limitation in the fitness-to-work) showed its effectiveness and profitability. Discussion In the difficult task of mediator between the social partners (employer and workers), the OP has become a true pillar of the corporate organizational structure capable of exercising control over workers’ health, becoming the disability manager and the WHP manager. Personalized prevention and health promotion initiatives have a positive impact not only on workers’ wellbeing but also and above all on the organizational climate and corporate wellbeing. Tailored occupational medicine can help increase workers’ loyalty to the top management with relevant positive effects on productivity. The collaboration of the OP with important corporate professional figures (e.g., HR managers, psychologists) empowered the workforce health and the organization profit as well. The team game led by the OP enhanced the real effectiveness of WHP programs as shown in the econometric analyses. The Return on Investment registered after one year established a profit ranged from 2-27 times. Conclusion Strengthening the worker’s all-round wellness raises positive engagement vibes, which leads to better organizational well-being and increasing productivity.