The Barnet Group: Diminishing MSK conditions and prioritizing employee wellbeing

Introduction

The Barnet Group, based in London and owned by Barnet Council, manages social housing and provides care services for vulnerable populations. With over 500 employees, ensuring their health and safety is crucial to delivering top-quality service.  

The challenge

• Inconsistent and mundane DSE training methods
• Difficulty in managing training and assessments during the pandemic
• Need for a more interactive and efficient training solution

The solution

The Barnet Group selected Ideagen WorkRite for its:

• Web-based accessibility on various devices
• Ability to cater to different working scenarios
• Tools for efficient training management and real-time reporting

Implementation and impact

Before adopting Ideagen WorkRite, The Barnet Group struggled with delivering effective DSE training, especially during the pandemic. The transition transformed their training process, making it more interactive and manageable. This led to a significant reduction in MSK conditions and improved training completion rates, ensuring the health and wellbeing of their employees.

With Ideagen WorkRite, The Barnet Group:

• Achieved a 50% reduction in reported MSK conditions
• Increased DSE training completion rate from 60% to 95%
• Simplified and automated training processes, saving significant time and effort