Join Rawlings Safety & Training Consultancy Services Ltd this April as we support the HSE’s Working Minds campaign, designed to help businesses tackle work-related stress and promote positive mental health in the workplace.
Follow these five practical steps to create a healthier, more supportive work environment:
- Start the conversation – Talk openly with your employees about how they’re feeling.
- Identify signs of stress – Understand the symptoms and underlying causes.
- Take action – Work together to agree on solutions and put them into practice.
- Review progress – Check if the steps taken are making a difference.
- Build it into routine – Make mental health check-ins part of your business culture.
Why it matters
Preventing stress, anxiety, and depression at work isn’t just a legal obligation—it’s also a smart business move. Taking proactive steps improves staff wellbeing, boosts productivity, reduces absence, and helps retain top talent.
Understand your legal responsibilities
Whether you’re a small startup or a large enterprise, UK law requires all employers to take action on work-related stress. This responsibility is set out in sections 2 and 3 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. It’s about ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all workers.
Learn more about your duties and how to meet them effectively.
Watch the HSE Webinar
Earlier this year, HSE and Healthy Working Wales hosted an informative webinar on managing workplace stress and mental health. This session covers:
- Your legal responsibilities as an employer
- Practical advice for supporting mental wellbeing
- Free tools and resources to get started
Watch on demand:
- Stress and mental health at work – what Welsh businesses need to know
- Watch the Welsh language subtitled version on YouTube
Let’s work together to build mentally healthier workplaces across the UK.
Rawlings Safety & Training Consultancy Services Ltd – Here to support your business every step of the way.