April is Stress Awareness Month. It’s a timely reminder that stress is not just a personal issue – it’s a workplace wellbeing issue too. For many people, stress builds gradually. Heavy workloads, unclear expectations, constant change, and lack of support all contribute. Left unaddressed, this can impact not only wellbeing, but also performance, engagement, and […]
This article has been adapted from insights provided by Alison Richmond of Provention, creator of First Move Training, which is delivered in Northland by AIM. When it comes to manual handling, most training focuses on technique How to lift … How to carry … How to avoid injury But despite this, manual handling injuries remain […]
When it comes to manual handling, most people think about technique –… how to lift… how to carry… how to avoid injury. But there’s another piece of the puzzle that’s just as important: Habit This article has been adapted from insights provided by Alison Richmond of Provention, creator of First Move Training, which is […]
A Simple Way to Think About Our Life Balance A simple analogy about life balance has been shared in wellbeing conversations for many years – and it still resonates today. In 1991 in a well-known speech by Brian Dyson, a former CEO of Coca Cola, said, “Imagine life is a game in which you are […]
We often talk about nutrition, movement, and mental resilience when it comes to health and wellbeing. But sleep is the foundation that supports them all. Why Sleep Matters More Than We Think Sleep affects nearly every system in the body. Quality sleep supports: When sleep is poor or inconsistent – there is increased fatigue, reduced […]
This article has been adapted from insights provided by Alison Richmond of Provention, creator of First Move Training, which is delivered in Northland by AIM. Most managers who contact Alison and her team at Provention describe the same frustrating pattern: Manual handling training gets delivered Attendance is recorded Staff can repeat the usual lines Strain […]
Understand and Protect the Most Mobile Part of Your Spine This article has been kindly shared by Alison Richmond from First Move Training and Provention. Your neck may be small, but it does a massive job. It supports your head, allows you to look around, and keeps you moving through your day – yet […]
The holiday’s are a great time to unwind but it’s also one of the most common times we see sore backs flare up This article has kindly been shared by Alison Richmond of First Move Training and Provention Think about it:Longer than normal trips in the car. Lifting holiday gear in and out of […]
When we think about health and safety at work, most of us think about physical risks– heavy lifting, slips, or workstation setup. Mental and social aspects of work can be just as harmful if not managed well. These are known as psychosocial risks – and they are now recognised as part of an employer’s legal […]
You may know AIM for our ACC-based injury support and rehabilitation services – but that’s just one part of what we do. We’re proud to partner with Northland businesses to strengthen workplace wellbeing,from prevention and early support right through to long term recovery. AIM can help you create safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces by […]
