BACKGROUND Purpose of the Guide Benefits of a Work Site Health Promotion Program DPA Wellness Pilot Project California Wellness Information Network Joint Labor/Management Health Benefits Cost Containment Committee Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Executive Order Statewide Wellness Committee Wellness Model Project - California WorksWell POLICY Regulatory Authority Liability Issues PLANNING THE PROGRAM Gain Management's Support Evaluate Availability Form Advisory Committee Conduct Employee Interest Surveys Conduct Health Risk Appraisals PROGRAM DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION Design Considerations Levels of Change Communication and Awareness Program National Employee Fitness Month Health Screening and Assessments Educational Programs Lifestyle Change Behavior Change/Support PROGRAM EVALUATION Effectiveness of Program Administration Accomplishment of Program Objectives Establishment of Evaluation Timetable