In a world of daily deadlines or get fired or even in home based business when the pressure to produce is there 24 -7, can overwhelm lead to mental collapse?
In Quebec and British Columbia a system is now in place for mental injuries. The Canadian Standard Association (CSA) and Bell Canada has released a set of voluntary guidelines about mental health in the workplace. These guidelines can help business owners know if they are creating an environment conducive to increasing mental injuries in their employees.
To create “psychologically” safer environment at work:
- keep work demands reasonable
- create safe ways for employees to voice their opinion and get positive feedback
- develop a respectful way to check disagreements before they escalate into conflict.
- if your business needs help in developing a quality program contact Mary Wolken PhD
Reference thanks to ohsonline.com
