Promoting well-being and engagement at work can lead to a reduction in psychosocial risks.
Leaders need to encourage behaviours that support well-being, like exercise, social contact and a healthy diet, and demonstrate optimism, celebrate success, and support and empower staff.
Leaders can also create a learning environment, and send the message that safety in the workplace matters, at all levels.
Giving employees a greater sense of control can also lower stress levels, and reduce the chances of psychological harm at work.
