Working Under Pressure: Stress as a Safety Risk
Workplace stress and error: Key facts at a glance Recent findings highlighted by IOSH and research conducted by Astutis point to a sustained rise in workplace stress and its impact on day-to-day performance. High-level indicators: These findings highlight a growing operational issue with direct implications for safety, quality, and organisational resilience. When pressure becomes a […]
Why Your Company Should Have a Mental Health First Aider
In recent years, mental health has rightly taken a more prominent place in workplace wellbeing strategies. Just as we wouldn’t hesitate to have trained first aiders for physical injuries, mental health deserves the same proactive approach. Appointing a Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) within your organisation is a powerful step toward creating a supportive, healthy, […]
Using AssessNET’s Self Assessment Module to Improve Staff Mental Health
In recent years, the conversation around workplace mental health has shifted from optional wellbeing initiatives to a fundamental aspect of health and safety management. Stress, anxiety and depression remain among the leading causes of work-related illness in the UK, with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reporting hundreds of thousands of cases each year. For […]
5 Ways to Reduce Workplace Burnout
Workplace burnout is reaching alarming levels in the UK. A recent survey of 2,000 working Brits found that 28% had experienced burnout in the past month alone, with a further 27% hitting breaking point in the last six months. This isn’t just a passing phase it’s a sustained crisis affecting both performance and wellbeing. The […]
6 Ways to Optimise Your Mental Wellbeing
As we observe Mental Health Awareness Week, it’s a perfect time to reflect on our mental health and take active steps to improve it. Our mental wellbeing is just as important as our physical health, and nurturing it requires consistent care and attention. In this article, we’ll explore six practical and effective ways to optimise […]
86% of the UK Feels Stressed Monthly—It’s Time to #LeadWithLove
A survey was commissioned by Ciphr in August 2024 of 2,000 nationally representative UK adults using OnePoll uncovers how frequently people feel stressed in a typical month. The survey results showed that: April is Stress Awareness Month. The main aims for stress awareness month are to: Which age groups are most likely to be affected […]
ISO 45003: Supporting Mental Health at Work with a Global Standard
According to the latest figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for 2024/25, work-related stress, depression, or anxiety accounted for 18.2 million days lost, representing over 55% of all days lost due to work-related ill health. This reflects a continuing upward trend and reinforces the urgency of addressing mental health at work. The aftermath […]
RRoaF #41: UK Workplaces Among the Unhealthiest in Europe – Enhancing Workplace Health and Happiness
An article recently published by the British Safety Council highlights a study by the Institute for Employment Studies, published on 25 November 2024, which found that UK workplaces rank among the worst in Europe for workplace demands, control at work, and job strain. Here are the key points from the study: Key Points from the […]
Understanding the HSE Working Minds Campaign: A Strategic Move to Prioritise Mental Health at Work
Understanding the HSE Working Minds Campaign: A Strategic Move to Prioritise Mental Health at Work In the ever-evolving landscape of workplace health and safety, the importance of mental well-being has gained significant traction. Deloitte has reported that since 2019 the cost of poor mental health has increased by 25%, costing UK employers up to £56 […]
Health and Wellbeing – Where Health and Safety is Pivotal
The pandemic created a new work landscape, now organisations see employee health and wellbeing as pivotal to success The past two years have elevated the urgency to put the human element back into the workplace, placing health and wellbeing at the very heart of the corporate agenda. Health and safety professionals are fully aware of […]