STRESS MANAGEMENT MONTH
STRESS MANAGEMENT MONTH: What’s New in Stress Management for Irish Workplaces? Why Stress Management Needs a Fresh Look In today’s evolving work environment, stress is no longer just a personal issue, it’s a workplace priority. From hybrid setups to economic uncertainty, employees in Ireland and beyond are navigating new sources of pressure daily. That’s why Stress Management Month is more than a calendar event, it’s a timely reminder for organizations to re-evaluate how they support…
Integrating Wellness: Mental Well-Being Techniques
Integrating Wellness: Practical Mental Well-Being Techniques Introduction: Is Stress Managing You, or Are You Managing Stress? In today’s modern world, stress seems to creep into every part of our lives from tight deadlines to digital overload. While we often accept stress as part of the norm, unchecked stress can impact both our physical health and mental well-being. The good news? There are positive, practical ways to take control and create a more balanced life. By integrating…
Personal Injuries at Work: How Safe Is ‘Safe Enough’?
Personal Injuries at Work How Safe Is “Safe Enough”? Every day, employees face risks that can lead to personal injuries—but with proper workplace injury prevention strategies, these incidents are often avoidable. A slippery floor or improper lifting technique might seem minor, but they can cause long-term harm. How can organizations prioritize preventing workplace injuries proactively? Why Personal Injury Prevention Should Be a Strategic Goal Personal injuries in the workplace cost businesses more than just money. They impact productivity, morale,…
Workplace Safety Trends 2025
Top 5 Health & Safety Trends for 2025 Introduction: Embracing the Future of Workplace Safety As workplaces evolve, so do the challenges associated with maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Staying abreast of emerging trends is crucial for organizations aiming to protect their workforce and enhance productivity. We will look at the top five Workplace Safety Trends 2025 anticipated to shape workplaces in 2025. Overview: The Importance of Adapting to New Safety Paradigms The…
Unconscious Bias in the Workplace
Understanding Unconscious Bias and Its Impact on the Workplace Introduction: The Hidden Influence of Unconscious Bias Every workplace strives for fairness, but hidden biases can unknowingly shape decisions, interactions, and opportunities. Unconscious bias—deep-seated attitudes and stereotypes we may not even realize we hold—affects hiring, promotions, teamwork, and overall workplace culture. Addressing these biases is crucial for fostering an inclusive and productive work environment. What Is Unconscious Bias? Unconscious bias refers to the automatic judgments we…
Building a Safer Workplace: The Role of Incident Reporting
Building a Safer Workplace: The Role of Incident Reporting What Is Incident Reporting and Why Is It Important? Did you know that workplace incidents cost businesses billions annually in lost productivity, legal claims, and compensation? Yet, many incidents go unreported, increasing the risk of repeat occurrences. Incident reporting is a crucial component of workplace safety, ensuring that risks are identified, addressed, and prevented. But how many organizations truly have an efficient system in place? Let’s…
Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Psychological Safety in the Workplace Psychological safety within organisations is when people feel comfortable being themselves and that they won’t be criticised for speaking their minds or sharing ideas. Our physical safety in the workplace is a vital element of an excellent working environment, but for people to truly reach their potential they also need to feel psychologically safe. When we feel psychologically safe in any environment we are able to be creative, take moderate…
The New Year with a Positive Mindset.
The New Year with a Positive Mindset Alan White Wellness Consultant EazySAFE As we begin a new year, yet again in difficult circumstances, it can be difficult to regain focus on our lives and the positive changes we would like to make. A lot of people might be struggling to regain their motivation to make positive changes in their lives as well as remain fully engaged in both their personal and professional lives. The…
Hybrid Work Model
Hybrid Work Model GEMMA COLLINS DOYLE EHS Consultant EazySAFE In 2020 the world changed, in so many ways. While there were many negatives to what we have all had to deal with in the last two years, there is definitely some positives too. One of those positives (for most employees) was the ability to work from home. As workplaces start to reopen, companies are finding that their employees are not eager to give up working…
Company Culture in Hybrid Workplace.
Company Culture in Hybrid Workplace ? Alan White Wellness Consultant EazySAFE As we finally begin to return to normality and regain most of our personal freedoms, its also time for many people to begin the return to the office. For some this will be a welcome development, others will feel stressed and anxious about returning to the workplace. After such a prolonged period away from colleagues, it will be challenging for many to return to…