There are 6 key areas of work design that, if not managed well, are associated with poor health and well-being, lower productivity and increased sickness absence.
Organisational change is considered to be one of the six risk factors that can contribute to work-related stress. These 6 key areas are addressed as part of the HSE Management Standards. The Management Standards have been developed as a best practice approach for employers and to help reduce the levels of work-related stress at an organisational level.
Change is a common factor in many workplaces. Organisational change, whether large or small should always be effectively managed and communicated within the workplace. An organisation that manages change well will engage and consult with employees when undergoing organisational change.
For many employees the impact of change can contribute to or exacerbate work-related stress if not effectively managed.
That employees indicate that the organisation engages them frequently when undergoing an organisational change and systems are in place locally to respond to any individual concerns.
