Health-focused management

Statement on Health TOWA is committed to maintaining and improving the health of all employees based on the belief that when people are healthy, full of energy, both physically and mentally, and the company’s business will flourish. We promote the creation of a workplace full of smiles and rich in spirit, and aim to create wellbeing for employees and their families as well as brighter society. Established: October 1, 2019 Muneo Miura Director, President Executive Officer TOWA Corporation

 

TOWA’s Health-focused management

TOWA is promoting the following measures.

Physical health We support the physical health of our employees by providing regular health check and health apps. In addition, we have hired a dedicated licensed massage therapist and set up a health care room.     Mental health We have introduced counseling services and provide mental health training to our employees. We provide an environment where employees can maintain their mental health.     Corporate culture / Engagement We publish an online internal newsletter and hold internal events. Through these activities, we deepen bonds among employees.     Work-life balance We maintain a healthy work-life balance for our employees by introducing flexible working hours and remote work. We are also promoting the enhancement of our vacation system.

We promote health management under the slogan of
～Let’s Grow Our Healthy Tree～

 

Health-focused management promotion system

We work closely with management to promote health management.

 

Health-focused management target

To measure the effectiveness of our health management initiatives, the following KPIs have been established.

			Target value（until March.2028)	2024	2025	comparison
		Presenteeism　¹	22.8%	24.1%	25.0%
		Absenteeism　²	2.1days	3.27days	3.3days
		Work engagement　³	2.52	2.48	2.49
		Employee vitality　⁴	110	106	105
		Risk of deteriorating health　⁵	85	89	91

    ※１：Rate of productivity loss resulting from presenteeism, where employees experience physical or mental health challenges while at work.
    ※２：Absence from work due to physical or mental health issues
    ※３：A highly motivated and engaged state where employees feel energized and proud of their work. (Max: 5)
    ※４：A composite score reflecting both workplace cohesion and individual work engagement, where a higher value indicates a more
             favorable overall condition.
    ※５：A score indicating the level of health risk associated with workplace stress, where lower values represent a more favorable condition.
 

Health-related figures

			Target value（until March.2028)	2022	2023	2024
		Regular health check participation rate	100%	100%	100%	100%
		Stress Check Participation Rate	100%	100%	100%	100%
		Share within normal weight range（BMI　18.5～24.9）（BMI　18.5～24.9）	70.0%	69.0%	69.2%	64.0%
		Health guidance (for metabolic syndrome) implementation rate	23.2%	22.6%	45.5%	22.6%
		Smoking rate	15.0%	19.4%	20.3%	19.6%
		Percentage of employees at risk based on waist circumference	34.2%	43.2%	41.6%	40.7%
		Percentage of employees at risk of high blood pressure	22.0%	26.3%	25.4%	24.8%
		Percentage of employees at risk of hyperglycemia	10.0%	10.3%	12.1%	11.0%
		Percentage of employees at risk of lipid disorders	27.0%	28.2%	28.7%	28.4%
		Percentage of employees at risk for liver dysfunction	40.0%	48.2%	50.6%	45.0%

 

Introduction to our initiatives

Physical health

• Regular health check

              We conduct annual health checkups for all employees as part of our commitment to workplace wellness.
              Additionally, employees aged 40 and above are offered comprehensive screenings that include cancer detection.
              Female employees are also provided with opportunities to undergo breast and cervical cancer screenings.
 

• Introduction of health apps

              We have introduced a health management app that enables users to receive AI-driven health advice
              by logging their meals and exercise routines.
              The app also includes an event feature, which we utilize to organize company-wide walking events,
              fostering employee wellness and engagement.

              We have introduced professional counseling services provided by certified mental health specialists,
              offering employees confidential support to promote psychological well-being and a healthy work environment.
 

• Provide mental health training

              We offer mental health training programs tailored to both management and general staff,
              aiming to raise awareness, promote psychological well-being, and foster a supportive workplace environment.

              We organized a sports event at our company-owned facility to promote employee wellness, teamwork,
              and active engagement in a healthy lifestyle.
 

• Publish an online internal newsletter

              We publish an internal online newsletter for our employees to share updates and initiatives.
              This program is designed to foster a positive corporate culture and enhance employee engagement across the organization.

              We are working to increase the utilization rate of paid leave through the implementation of our unique vacation system,
              designed to encourage employees to take time off and maintain a healthy work-life balance. 

• Promotion of diverse work styles

              We have introduced systems aimed at creating a company where employees at various stages of life can work comfortably.
 

Health-focused management strategy Map