Healthy working environment for all is a preventive health improvement program, based on scientific evidence of effectiveness, created in accordance with European quality standards. The program has been implemented in other European countries (Austria, Germany) for many years, and the NARKO-NE Association is starting the implementation of the program in Bosnia and Herzegovina for the first time.

Although there are many undeniable reasons for applying preventive policies and interventions in the workplace, many companies/organizations are still not inclined to apply such interventions. The main reason for hesitation and the main obstacle to implementation is the stigma associated with the problem. In many cultures, the use of alcohol and other psychoactive substances are considered moral failing or are viewed primarily from a legal and safety perspective. The costs of implementing a preventive intervention, the fact that the use of psychoactive substances is considered a personal, private matter, and not a problem to be solved by the employer, can also be obstacles to the implementation of the intervention in the workplace.

Comprehensive preventive policies in the work environment are usually focused on: work environment, social interaction and collegial support, and individual use of psychoactive substances. Interventions are aimed at employees and company’s management.

What does the company gain by participating in the Program?

– healthy and safe working conditions

– increased productivity and reduced costs

– a positive image

– a better working atmosphere

Program structure:

– forming the Management Group of the company that will implement the Program and hold three meetings with the Program managers

– training for employees on workplace addiction prevention (1.5 days)

– information and training of interns (if necessary)

The program lasts for one year and is free of charge, and the companies/institutions implement the program will be provided with informative and educational materials (a manual for work and implementation of the program), as well as continuous counseling and monitoring through a minimum of four meetings by an external expert.

The basic criteria for participation in the Program are that the company/institution has a minimum of 30 employees, including management and that the employees are willing to participate in the Program. To participate in the Program, it is necessary to fill out an online application.