Wellness
At Eaton, we aim to remove traditional barriers to wellness and provide employees and their families with the resources they need for good health. According to Cindy Brabander, Eaton’s executive vice president and chief human resources officer, “Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen”.
Globally, Eaton’s comprehensive wellness initiative expands the above criteria by focusing on “five pillars” of wellness. Taking action in the following areas will help prevent, and even reverse, chronic illness so Eaton and our employees can do well together:
How are some of Eaton's locations embracing wellness across the globe?
 | 2013 Best Employer for Healthy Lifestyles® The National Business Group on Health recognized Eaton for the company’s efforts to enhance the physical, psychological and emotional health, well-being and productivity of employees and their dependents. Eaton was one of only two companies to receive the Global Distinction award this year and among 65 U.S. employers that received the 2013 Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles® Award. For more information, visit www.businessgrouphealth.org. |
 | 2013 American Heart Association - Platinum Fit-Friendly Worksite According to the American Heart Association, “The Start! Fit-Friendly Companies program recognizes employers who champion the health of their employees and work to create a culture of physical activity in the workplace”. The criteria incorporate three areas including nutrition, physical activity and culture, all of which were demonstrated in wellness initiatives by Eaton facilities in the United States. For more information, please visit the American Heart Association website. |
Globally, Eaton’s comprehensive wellness initiative expands the above criteria by focusing on “five pillars” of wellness. Taking action in the following areas will help prevent, and even reverse, chronic illness so Eaton and our employees can do well together:
- Know Your Numbers
- Be Tobacco-Free
- Eat Healthy
- Get Fit
- Manage Stress
How are some of Eaton's locations embracing wellness across the globe?
Many employees at Eaton Center in Cleveland, OH - USA are taking advantage of the new Eaton Fitness Center located inside their facility. The fitness center is equiped with state-of-the-art cardivascular and resistance equipment, group classes and certified, degreed health and fitness specialists and personal trainers. Employees are also encouraged to participate in "Walking Wednesdays" with senior leaders, during the summer months on the facility's two-mile outdoor walking/jogging trail.
Employees out of Eaton’s Airdrie, Alberta - CA office, volunteered to harvest sections of a local community garden. All food grown was donated to a local food bank. Airdrie employees are proud to be spreading Eaton wellness initiatives out into their community.
Employees out of Eaton’s Airdrie, Alberta - CA office, volunteered to harvest sections of a local community garden. All food grown was donated to a local food bank. Airdrie employees are proud to be spreading Eaton wellness initiatives out into their community.
Employees and their families from Eaton’s office in Caracas, Distrito Capital - VZ started getting together and walking five blocks to a local bowling alley where they have practice and small bowling tournaments. The events are full of laughter and fun for the employees and their families!
Employees at the Cherrington (Pittsburgh), PA – USA facility are taking advantage of the walking/jogging path available throughout the complex where the facility is located. An extensive schedule of exercise classes are held in their main conference center and a personal trainer is on-site once a week to help employees.
The Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters in Shanghai, China opened a fitness center in July 2010. The fitness center includes exercise equipment and fitness courses, such as yoga, held by professional coaches. Lots of employees are joining the program to improve their healthy lifestyles!
The Eaton Shenandoah, IA – USA location staff worked with the City of Shenandoah (population 5,500) Chamber of Commerce to build a community physical fitness center. Three Eaton employees sit on the center steering committee for the center, which is open 24 hours a day not only for Eaton employees, but for the entire community.
Eaton’s Worksop, Notts - UK office introduced a healthier living campaign which included the “Cycle to Work Scheme”, where employees can purchase discounted bicycles and equipment. This location has also organized activities such as Physical Activity Month and Blood Pressure Awareness Week.
