Healthy Company Declaration
At Okabe Valve Co., Ltd., we believe that when our employees are healthy in both mind and body, they can maximize their individuality and potential, which directly leads to the growth of the company. We aim to be an organization where all employees and their families are fulfilled physically, mentally, and socially. To this end, we promote the Creation of Comfortable Workplaces where everyone can fully demonstrate their strengths. Furthermore, through our various health-related business activities, we contribute to society by supporting the health and well-being of people everywhere.
Ken Okabe
President and Representative Director
Approach to Health Management
Basic Policy on Health Management
We have positioned Health Management as a priority theme within our Human Capital Management strategy.
We believe that providing an environment where employees are healthy, secure, and motivated to work leads to higher productivity and enhanced corporate value.
We will continue to build systems that support both physical and mental well-being.
Health Management Promotion System
Primary Health Management Initiatives
Initiatives for Maintaining and Improving Health
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1. Health measures utilizing our internal manuals
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2. Initiatives to Achieve a 100% Health Checkup Participation Rate
① Consultative notices from industrial physicians to those requiring medical attention or re-examination
② Consultative notices to those eligible for specific health guidance -
3. Dietary initiatives
① Posting health information regarding beverages on in-house vending machines
② Providing information related to healthy eating habits -
4. Health measures via posters and visual aids
① Displaying calorie and sugar content of beverages
② Displaying the hazards of smoking
③ Creating and implementing a dietary balance guide -
5. Health measures through workplace health-creation systems
① Promoting health through safety and health committees
② Installing health measurement equipment within the workplace
③ Implementing stretches before the start of work
④ Clearly defined smoking and non-smoking areas -
6. Mental health initiatives
① Establishing internal consultation desks
② Conducting regular stress checks
Trends in Health Management Metrics
| Item | FY2022 | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Employees Undergoing Regular Medical Checkups | 365 | 342 | 338 |
| Detailed Follow-up Exam Uptake Rate | 81.8% | 84.6% | 72.7% |
| Specific Health Checkup Rate | 98.5% | 97.5% | 99.0% |
| Specific Health Guidance Implementation Rate | 40.0% | 14.6% | 26.6% |
| Percentage of Employees Maintaining Healthy Weight (*1) | 54.4% | 56.6% | 53.5% |
| Smoking Rate (*2) | 42.3% | 40.2% | 39.0% |
| Percentage of Employees with Regular Exercise Habits (*3) | 27.7% | 24.5% | 26.5% |
| Percentage of Employees Getting Sufficient Rest from Sleep | 67.0% | 70.9% | 70.5% |
| Percentage of High-Risk Drinkers (*4) | – (*4) | – (*4) | 16.9% |
| Percentage of Employees with High Blood Pressure Risks | 1.5% | 2.6% | 2.0% |
| Percentage of Employees with High Blood Sugar Risks | 0.5% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Percentage of Employees with Poorly Controlled Diabetes | 3.6% | 2.6% | 3.0% |
- (*1) Individuals with a BMI of 18.5 to less than 25.
- (*2) Percentage of respondents who answered “Yes” to the question: “Do you currently smoke cigarettes habitually?”
- (*3) Percentage of individuals who exercise at least twice a week for 30 minutes or more per session.
- (*4) Survey item added in FY2024.
Balancing Workplace Excellence and Health
Creating a Comfortable Workplace Environment
In addition to health management, we are committed to improving workplace comfort.
By advancing operational efficiency and use of IT, we aim to limit long working hours and reduce workloads, creating an environment where employees can work without excessive strain.
We are also fostering a culture that values work-life balance by promoting the use of paid leave and encouraging consecutive holidays.
Improvements Driven by Employee Feedback
Workplace Enhancement Based on Feedback
We conduct regular surveys to understand employee engagement and the overall health of the workplace.
The survey results are utilized to improve the workplace environment and review workstyles, leading to a better organization.
We emphasize continuous improvement driven by employee feedback rather than top-down policies.
External Recognition & Certification
Health Management Recognition
Our company has been certified as a “Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization (Large Enterprise Category)” by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Nippon Kenko Kaigi.
Using this certification as a benchmark, we will continue to improve the quality of our health management and create an environment where both employees and the company can grow together.
