PAGO
Health and employability in the workplace are under increasing pressure. Working conditions are becoming more demanding, physical and mental strain is on the rise, and signs of burnout are often not recognized until symptoms have already developed. This leads not only to absenteeism but also to reduced performance and job satisfaction.
The PAGO focuses specifically on health in relation to work. Instead of intervening only after complaints arise, it identifies risks stemming from the work environment and job duties at an early stage. These include physical strain, work pressure, computer work, noise, hazardous substances, or irregular work hours. By identifying these risks in a timely manner, harm can be prevented.
This makes the PAGO an important tool for sustainable employability. It gives employees insight into how their work affects their health and where attention is needed. For employers, it offers concrete tools to improve working conditions and reduce absenteeism. This is targeted prevention, directly linked to workplace practices.
Process
Assessment of occupational risks – Identifying specific health risks per position or occupational group, based on the RI&E and working conditions
Targeted medical examinations – Examinations tailored to the identified occupational risks, such as physical strain, hearing, lung function, or vision
Questionnaires and analysis – Insight into perceived stress, workload, symptoms, and work capacity
Advice and Feedback – Personalized advice for the employee and an anonymized report for the organization highlighting areas for improvement (provided there is sufficient participation)
Conclusion and benefits
An employee who participates in a PAGO gains insight into the relationship between work and health. This makes it possible to take timely corrective action and prevent health issues. It raises awareness and supports employees in staying healthy and employable in their roles.
For employers, the PAGO offers valuable insights into the health of the organization as a whole. It highlights where risks lie and where targeted measures are needed. By intervening in a timely manner, absenteeism and turnover can be reduced, while productivity and job satisfaction increase.
For employers, the PAGO provides valuable insights into the health of the organization as a whole. It highlights where risks lie and where targeted measures are needed. By taking timely action, absenteeism and staff turnover can be reduced, while productivity and job satisfaction increase.
The PAGO is therefore not only a legal obligation but, above all, a practical tool for prevention. By investing in healthy working conditions and early detection, you can prevent larger problems in the future. Prevention in the workplace is not only necessary—it is also demonstrably more effective and sustainable than remedial action after the fact.
To implement a proper PAGO, the PAGO recommendation from the company physician and the RI&E are required.