Title
A 7-step strategy for the implementation of worksite lifestyle interventions helpful or not
Author
Wierenga, D.
Engbers, L.H.
van Empelen, P.
van Mechelen, W.
Publication year
2016
Abstract
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of and adherence to a 7-step strategy for the development, implementation, and continuation of a comprehensive, multicomponent lifestyle program. Methods: Strategy use and adherence was assessed with 12 performance indicators. Data were collected by combining onsite monitoring with semi-structured interviews at baseline and follow-up (6, 12, and 18 months). Results: Not all performance indicators were met so partial strategy adherence was obtained. The strategy could be improved on the following aspects: support among management, project structure, adaptation to needs of employees, planning, and maintenance. Conclusion: The results of this evaluation indicate that strategy adherence facilitated structured development and implementation. On the basis of the qualitative data, this study suggests that when improvements will be made on both the content and performance, the 7-step strategy could be an effective tool to successfully implement a multicomponent WHPP. © 2016 American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
Subject
employee
follow up
human experiment
monitoring
semi structured interview
clinical trial
health care planning
multicenter study
procedures
protocol compliance
Guideline Adherence
Health Plan Implementation
Health Promotion
Hospitals
Humans
Life Style
Occupational Health
Universities
Workplace
2015 Life
CH - Child Health
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.1097/jom.0000000000000690
TNO identifier
954805
ISSN
1076-2752
Source
Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 58 (58), e159-e165
Document type
article