Annual report 2018

42 | Galenica annual report 2018 Health and safety Health The health of its employees is important to Galenica. Regular informa­ tion events are held on this subject: for example, the Services Busi­ ness sector organised a series of accident prevention training courses in collaboration with the Swiss National Accident Insurance Fund (Suva), and the flu vaccine was offered to employees in the Retail and Products & Brands Business sectors. Galenica puts in place measures to protect employee health and maintain safety in the workplace in line with the directives of the Federal Coordination Commission for Occu­ pational Safety (FCOS). Illnesses Employees were once again able to take advantage of Galenica Case Management in 2018. Employees on sick leave are given support as well as those at risk of having to take sick leave. Following illness or an accident, the aim is to facilitate a rapid return to work. The number of new cases of illness decreased year-on-year to 374. Accidents Based on data from Suva and private insurers, the Galenica accident statistics show an increase in occupational accidents. In 2018, 153 accidents were reported. Annual motto for 2019: Together, let’s seize our chances “Together, let’s seize our chances” is the Galenica Group annual motto for 2018 and 2019. It builds on the key value “Together, we are stronger”. The motto is an expression of determination and opti­ mism. It is intended to encourage all employees to have a positive attitude towards the future, working together to make the most of changes and opportunities, not only with other teams within the Group but also with partners and cus­ tomers. Employees were informed about the motto in the CEO’s New Year card. To underpin this message, employees received a scratch card and were able to implement the motto with a Click & Collect voucher. The activity associated with the annual motto is an exchange pro­ gramme, which gives employees the opportunity to visit Group colleagues at their workplace. This is intended to encourage discussion and collabo­ ration across departments. The programme will run in both 2018 and 2019. Human Resources Galenica