Stress - Control

Control Measures

Control relates to how much say a person has over the way they do their work.

Some simple guidelines in relation to the management of control are outlined below. More detailed guidance in relation to possible solutions are available within the Control Prompt Card.

DO

• Allow staff some control over the pace of their work.
• Allow and encourage staff to participate in decision-making.
• Empower people to make decisions about the way they work.
• Negotiate shift work schedules.

DON’T

• Monitor employees’ movements in detail (including breaks).
• Monitor working style, unless necessary (eg where there are child protection needs).
• Ask staff to stay late without notice.

More detailed guidance in relation to possible solutions are available within the Control Prompt Card produced by HSENI.