Eliminating Stress and Developing Well-Being at Work

Overview

This programme aims to provide individuals with the techniques and skills to combat the impact of stress at work, enabling the individual to improve well-being and performance at work.

It is written to the requirements of the Health & Safety Executive Management Standards issued in 2005.

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Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

* State the meaning of stress and describe the difference between pressure and stress.
* Describe the causes of stress and how it affects performance.
* Identify the signs and symptoms of stress in themselves and others.
* Develop practical techniques to help with preventing and managing stress, including ways to avoid stress and the importance of thinking and focusing positively,

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Who it is suitable for

Any member of staff who experiences stress in the workplace.

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Relevance to the KSF

Core 2 Levels 1-3:
Contribute to own personal development; Develop own knowledge and skills and provide onformation to others to help their development; Develop oneself and contribute to the development of others.

Core3 Level 4:
Maintain and develop an environment and culture that improves health, safety and security. (stress related issues).

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Testimonials

Puts ‘stress’ into context of the workplace and responsibilities.

Discovering the difference between pressure and stress. Recognising when stress becomes too much – burn-out. Midwife

Thanks for a great day – I now feel relaxed and empowered to stay this way – long may it last.

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Our programmes give an overview of relevant legislation and will encourage staff to refer to Human Resources for further support.  We do not provide in depth legal advice.