Course Overview
The H.S.E estimates that 13.5 million working days were lost
in 2001 due to stress related illness, costing the economy
up to £3.7 billion. Stress is the negative result of
too much pressure that can lead to illness and disease if left
unchecked. This course will help delegates to understand the
nature of stress, how it affects us physically and how we can
manage it in the workplace.
Who is it for?
While the level of the qualification is aimed at general
workers, it would also provide a suitable introduction to the
issue of work-related stress for more senior staff. This course
can be delivered as a stand-alone qualification and there are
no specific entry requirements.
Topics covered
- Definitions of stress.
- Stress as an occupational health hazard.
- Identification of basic workplace stressors.
- Development of basic controls for work-related stressors.
- Responsibilities imposed under UK legislation.
- Sample policies and risk assessments
Course Objectives
By the end of the course the delegate will be able to understand
the importance of identifying and controlling stress in the
workplace. They will also have the knowledge to advise on and
implement controls in the workplace to reduce stress.
Assessment
The assessment involves a review of the delegates own work
practices and is completed under trainer supervision following
the course.
Duration
6 hours (1 day)
This course can be run in-house for up to 15 delegates or
individuals can attend our open courses.
Ouch offer the following Health and Safety courses (many designed
and accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental
Health):
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