Stress - Support

Control Measures

Support includes encouragement, sponsorship and resources provided by the organisation, line management and colleagues.

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

DO

• Ensure that staff receive sufficient training to undertake the core functions of their job.
• Provide constructive, supportive advice at annual appraisal.
• Provide flexibility in work schedules, where possible.
• Allow phased return to work after long-term sickness absence.
• Hold regular liaison/team meetings.
• Provide opportunities for career development.
• Deal sensitively with staff experiencing problems outside work.

DON’T

• Trivialise the problems of others.
• Discriminate or allow others to discriminate, against people for any reason.

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