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Hochiki Corporation Achieves the Health Management Excellent Corporation 2026 Certification

Hochiki Corporation, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, under the leadership of President Motohiro Hosoi, has been designated as a "Health Management Excellent Corporation 2026" in the large corporate category by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry and the Japan Health Conference. This recognition is a testament to the company's commitment to fostering a healthy work environment and addressing diverse health issues faced by employees.

The Health Management Excellent Corporation certification, introduced in 2016, evaluates companies based on their strategic approach to employee health management from a business perspective. The Japan Health Conference recognizes entities excelling in health management practices, whether large or small.

Overview of Hochiki's Health Management Initiatives

At Hochiki, the aim is to create an environment where each employee can thrive both physically and mentally. The company has established the "Hochiki Health Management Declaration" to enhance work-life balance and implement various health-oriented initiatives.

Key Initiatives from 2025

1. Individual Counseling for All Employees: Beginning in the fiscal year 2024, Hochiki is gradually implementing individual counseling for its approximately 1,500 employees. These meetings provide a platform for employees to discuss their current work environment and future career aspirations, enhancing mental health care and identifying potential workplace risks. This strategy also aids in risk management concerning harassment prevention and psychological safety, as well as ensuring proper personnel allocation and clear job requirements.

2. Support for Women's Health Issues: As part of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), Hochiki has established an anonymous consultation service specifically for addressing women's unique health challenges, such as premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause, and gynecological disorders. This service is available not just to female employees, but also to their families, partners, and colleagues.

3. Promoting Flat Communication for Psychological Safety: Hochiki encourages a culture where all employees can freely express their thoughts without fear, aiming to improve psychological safety. They foster a relaxed communication style by addressing each other using honorifics without regard to hierarchy. The company's goal is to cultivate an environment where individuals can boldly take risks and learn from failures.

4. Sharing Male Parental Leave Success Stories: To promote male parental leave, Hochiki circulates articles that interview male employees who have successfully taken parental leave, along with their supervisors and coworkers. By showcasing these personal stories, the company aims to create a supportive atmosphere for taking parental leave, even in smaller workplaces.

5. Issuing a Caregiving Quick Guide: Based on feedback from employees with caregiving experience expressing the need for guidance, Hochiki has produced a "Quick Guide to Caregiving" outlining support systems and external resources. Additionally, online seminars are held to improve caregiving literacy and enhance understanding within the workplace about caregiving challenges.

Comments from the HR Team

Misa Takemoto from Hochiki's Human Resources Department remarked, "Hochiki places a high value on the health and safety of each employee as part of our mission to protect lives. This recent certification reflects our sincere engagement with workplace challenges and our collective efforts to improve our environment and initiatives. Amid various evolving lifestyles and values, we remain dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive both physically and mentally."

Company Overview

• - Name: Hochiki Corporation
• - URL: www.hochiki.co.jp
• - Establishment: April 2, 1918
• - CEO: President Motohiro Hosoi
• - Headquarters: 2-10-43 Kamiosaki, Shinagawa, Tokyo
• - Business Activities: Manufacturing, sales, installation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, and security systems.