Standard 6: Increasing transparency and accountability
The Mental Health at Work Commitment is a set of actions, organised into 6 standards. Any organisation can follow these to improve and support the mental health of their people.
Standard 6 states that organisations should increase transparency and accountability through internal and external reporting.
Parts of the standard
- Identify and track key measures for internal and external reporting, including through the annual report and accounts
- Measure organisational activity and impact using robust external frameworks. For example, ISO 45003 by the British Standards Institute, Business in the Community Responsible Business Tracker or Mind’s Workplace Wellbeing Snapshot.
Standard 6 toolkit
Key people in your organisation must understand that wellbeing and engagement are things that can be recorded and reported on as a key aspect of your company’s performance. Using a standardised tool or framework like the Snapshot or the Tracker helps you to identify areas to focus on for improvement, often with specific and actionable recommendations. This can create a positive cycle in which reporting, planning, taking action and measuring impact are parts of an ongoing process that continually improves outcomes for staff – and for your business.
ISO 45001 - occupational health and safety
ISO 45001 from the British Standards Institution is an internationally recognised occupational health and safety management system standard. It demonstrates your commitment to the health, safety and well-being of your employees. This website explains more about ISO 45001, and also explains how to buy it.
ISO 45003 – managing psychological health in the workplace
ISO 45003 from the British Standards Institution is a global standard giving practical guidance on managing psychological health in the workplace. This website explains more about ISO 45003, and also explains how to buy it.
Voluntary reporting framework on disability, mental health and wellbeing
The Government suggests employers report more information about their actions on workplace mental health. This guide can help get you started.
Responsible Business Tracker
Business in the Community believes that the UK should be the best place in the world for responsible business. This Tracker can help you measure the impact of your CSR initiatives.
See Me in Work Programme
See Me is supporting organisations to improve the working lives of employees through their See Me in Work Programme. It's designed to be an easy and practical way that organisations can show their commitment to tackling mental health stigma and discrimination.
Roots HR one hour free advice service
This voucher from Roots HR entitles the user to one hour of free HR consultancy services. This offer is available to any social sector employer.