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Introduction

My Sherpa has recently introduced its innovative service called First Stress Check, which is designed to support mental health evaluations in organizations. This service is particularly significant as it aligns with the revised stress check system mandated by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan. With unbeatable prices for both web and paper assessments, My Sherpa positions itself as a leading provider in mental health services for workplaces.

The Necessity of Stress Checks

According to Japan's labor safety regulations, employers with 50 or more employees are required to implement stress checks. However, starting from April 2028, this obligation will also extend to businesses with fewer than 50 employees. This legislative change emphasizes the critical need for organizations to be proactive about their employees' mental health.

Features of First Stress Check

My Sherpa's First Stress Check offers a series of remarkable features:

• - Cost-Effective Solutions: The initial costs for implementing the service are waived. Online assessments are free, and the paper assessment fee is approximately 100 yen per person (for a standard 57-item questionnaire), which is the lowest in the industry.
• - Multi-Language Support: In an increasingly global workforce, the ability to conduct stress assessments in 20 different languages provides accessibility for a diverse range of employees, including foreign workers and trainees.
• - Comprehensive Training Content: Apart from assessments, the service includes training videos on mental health, e-learning modules, a self-check feature, and the option for AI consultations, ensuring that all employees, regardless of their number, can benefit from these resources.
• - Professional Oversight: Managed by psychiatric specialists, the service includes options for professional consultations and counseling for employees identified as experiencing high levels of stress.
• - Legal Compliance Tools: My Sherpa provides essential features to comply with legal regulations, including five years of data storage and group analysis. Templates for implementation and support for reporting to labor standards offices are also included.
• - Flexible Plans: Organizations can choose various operational plans, including free self-managed options or standard plans that offer different levels of questionnaires—57 or 80 items, plus a mix of web and paper assessments.
• - Robust Security: The service has achieved the Privacy Mark certification (P mark), ensuring safe and secure management of personal information, significantly minimizing the risks of data breaches.

Commitment to Employee Well-being

My Sherpa emphasizes the importance of early detection and intervention regarding mental health issues before they escalate. The company is dedicated to preventing severe mental health crises through its