Wellness equipment and programs are crucial investments for a wide variety of businesses. Of course, no one likes to think too much about encountering a medical emergency at work. However, taking necessary precautions to protect the health of your employees as well as the general public can provide peace of mind and even save lives.

Above all, safety equipment provides workplace protection to employees and the public when other safety measures are applied. Training in the use of safety equipment is essential, to ensure that equipment provides as much protection as possible.

Moreover, the nature of some industries means that even when care is taken to protect people from harm, there is always a safety risk to employees and the public. As well as providing the right safety equipment to help minimize risks, employers should provide training to ensure that employees always use safety equipment properly in the workplace. Also, in environments where there is a possibility of accidents, employers can protect their business routine by investing in policies like key man life insurance for the few most-valued employees. This way, there can be some amount of temporary stability for the company to get its bearings right in case the worst were to happen.

Consequently, if you are a business and spend money on any of these items:

  • Automatic External Defibrillators or AED devices (this includes associated equipment such as a Powerheart G3 battery for example).
  • Safe lifting training.
  • Reptitive motion injury prevention.
  • Smoking cessation.
  • Health screenings and Wellness Fairs.
  • Fitness Center memberships or discounts.
  • Workplace safety consultants.
  • Furniture or equipment to improve workplace safety.
  • Vending machines for health food choices.

These expenses can qualify for the Massachusetts Wellness Tax Credit. Contact Vanessa today, who can show you how to implement a wellness program for your employees to take advantage of this credit. If you qualify for this tax credit, then you can improve the health of your employees, lower any risk of claims, and thereby lower your health insurance premiums.

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