CH 2 ANALYSIS EMPLOYER RESPONSESP. 37-38

REDESIGNING JOBS• Employers use job rotation to increase workers’ interest.

• Workers participate in job decisions and provide suggestions.

• Employees work in teams to improve morale.

IMPROVING HEALTH AND SAFETY Businesses operate wellness and fitness programs for

their employees.

Examples:

1. Incentives for smokers to quit

2. Health Club memberships

3. Counseling services

4. Payment for addiction treatment

FAMILY-FRIENDLY PRACTICES Employers are more flexible to families.

Examples:

1. Daycare

2. Flexible hours

3. Telecommute- telecommuters work from home or on the road, staying in contact with their employers electronically.

Greenwood offers its employees the Gatorland daycare center during the day.