PublishingPageContentTopThe National Institutes of Health (NIH) is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for its employees, guests, and patients. The purpose of this web page is to assist NIH employees who work in an office environment with meeting their responsibilities when working on NIH property, to help reduce the possibility of personal injury, property damage and liability losses, and to comply with all federal safety and health regulations. The interactions developed through office safety can also bring collateral benefits in the form of improved communication, documentation, and cost savings. This web page is designed to ensure that the office health and safety information is made available and useable by employees and contractors. Select one of the links below for more information.
Page Content The following are opportunities available to employees in the workplace to begin, change or maintain health behaviors. Blood Pressure Monitoring Calendar of Fitness and Wellness Events CPR/AED Training (Intranet only) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Ergonomic evaluations and training Fitness NIH Fitness Center Nursing Mothers Program Division of Occupational Medical Services Safety, Health and Wellness Day Wellness@NIH (Intranet only) back to the top NIH Policy Manual Chapters: Health and Safety Related PoliciesThe following are formal NIH Policy Manual Chapters pertaining to office workers and are designed to protect or promote employee health in the workplace. Supportive workplace health policies affect large groups of workers simultaneously and make adopting healthy behaviors much easier. They can create and foster a company culture of health.1310 - Workplace Violence Prevention and Response 1321 - Tobacco-Free NIH 1340 - NIH Occupational Safety and Health Management Program 1750 - NIH Risk Management Program 2204 - Reasonable Accommodations 2300-000-Office of Human Resources Policies 2300-339-2 - Medical Qualifications Determinations 2300-792-2 Employee Counseling Services Program back to the top Safety and Health BenefitsAs an NIH employee, you are entitled to a compensation package including health insurance coverage and other services or and/or health-related discounts. Benefits and Pay at the NIH (employees only) NIH Training Center Recreation & Welfare Association (R&W) Wellness @ NIH (Intranet only) Work/Life at NIH back to the top Environmental Support Air quality program Bicycle racks and lockers Green space for exercise or relaxation Healthy food options on campus HeartWalk at NIH Lactation Rooms On-site fitness facilities Division of Occupational Medical Services Shower and locker facilities Supportive supervisory resources Wellness@NIH (Intranet only) back to the top
