Give your workforce the physical and mental support they need to keep your operations running smoothly. From physiotherapists to 24/7 GPs, BHSF provides affordable healthcare that fits the demands of the factory floor. From as little as £4 per month^.
Physical health is the engine of the manufacturing sector. By looking at the current landscape of work-related ill-health, it becomes clear why targeted MSK intervention is now a business-critical priority.
In manufacturing around 2.7 million working days (full-day equivalent) were lost each year between 2022-20251.
Of all work-related ill health cases in manufacturing are Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSK) caused by manual handling and repetitive tasks.1
of the escalating £16.4 billion national cost of employee ill-health falls on the shoulders of the employer.2
Protect your production line from the high cost of physical strain. With factory roles being uniquely demanding, our plans provide rapid access to specialist therapies and digital MSK support, where 90% of users report reduced pain within one week4. By intervening early, manufacturing businesses can keep operations running smoothly while seeing a return of up to £99 for every £1 invested5 in musculoskeletal health.
Keep your operations running 24/7 with healthcare that matches your shift patterns. From digital GP consultations that eliminate the need for mid-shift surgery visits to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental wellbeing, we provide the round-the-clock support a modern factory requires. It’s a strategic investment in headcount stability, offering a return of up to £8 for every £1 spent3 on employee mental health.
Tackle the MSK crisis by investing in a plan that provides dedicated MSK (musculoskeletal disorders) support . Manufacturing businesses could see a £11 to £99 return for every £1 invested in MSK intervention⁵ by reducing absence, downtime, and disruption.
Provide your workforce with instant MSK support via a dedicated digital app. With 45% of users starting treatment within one hour and 90% reporting reduced pain within a week4, you can address injuries early and keep your production lines moving.
100% cashback for physiotherapy (up to policy limits) supports early treatment of musculoskeletal issues common in manufacturing roles. From repetitive line work to heavy manual handling, providing rapid access to specialists prevents minor strains from becoming long-term absences—keeping your production on track and your output protected.
Round‑the‑clock access to a GP for confidential medical advice, diagnosis and electronic prescriptions
UK manufacturers face growing mental health pressures, with stress and anxiety driving long‑term absence and significant cost. A proactive approach, centered on accessible Employee Assistance Programmes, is critical to protecting people, performance and productivity
of UK manufacturers identify mental health as the main cause of long‑term sickness absence in their workforce.5
Stress, depression and anxiety account for over half of all work‑related ill health cases and over 55% of working days lost in Great Britain.6
of UK manufacturers spend a minimum of £10,000 annually on staff wellbeing, driven largely by rising mental ill health and long‑term sickness absence.7
Mental ill health is a growing driver of absence and attrition across UK manufacturing, putting pressure on productivity and hard‑to‑replace skills.
An EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) can deliver up to £8 return for every £1 invested3, helping employees get back to work faster through a confidential 24/7 helpline with qualified counsellors for personal, emotional or work‑related issues.
Round‑the‑clock access to support means fewer appointments during working hours, helping manufacturing employees stay well, present and productive.
From machinery safety to manual labor, our 100% cashback plans (up to limits) are built for physically demanding manufacturing roles.
Long waiting lists stall production.
By speeding up the diagnostic process for work-related injuries, we help employees get clarity sooner, easing financial pressure with hospital cash benefits and facilitating a faster, safer return to the shop floor.
Our Health & Wellbeing Plan offers flexible options for businesses of all sizes, from as little as 10 employees. Companies can access base levels starting from just £4 per employee per month^.
Not in the Manufacturing sector? Explore our Corporate Health Plans for all businesses.
Get a quote for your manufacturing businessChoose from employer-paid, employee-paid, or hybrid models to fit your operational overheads while giving production teams the flexibility they need.
Fast to deploy with a dedicated team experienced in supporting complex rollouts across multiple manufacturing plants, workshops, and assembly units.
From specialised engineers to floor operatives, our range of cover options makes your benefits package more inclusive and attractive in a competitive labour market.
Help your technical and site-based teams recover faster with instant access to care, reducing absenteeism and maintaining strict production continuity.
BHSF has been improving lives since 1873. As a not-for-profit provider, our focus is on your employees' health, not shareholder dividends.
We are proud to partner with thousands of companies across the UK, providing robust health solutions that protect both people and productivity.
We’ll talk you through the variety of Health & Wellbeing options we have so you can decide which health plan works best for your manufacturing business.
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^ Based on base level cover with 10+ employees
