1. Managing your own stress a few tips to keep you calm

2. See these everywhere...

3. Particular areas for causing stress To be recognised by employers and individuals!

4. Tips for drivers Try to plan ahead Fight the urge to lane hop Arrange your car seat and head rest Choose the entertainment Break in long journeys

5. Tips for phone users Especially call centre staff! Use a head set if available If not, DO NOT "shoulder hold" Use "quiet time"

6. Tips for computer users Adjust chair and screen Try different arrangements on desk Avoid window glare Space under desk

7. Tips for computer users part 2 Adjust keyboard Try to keep wrists straight Don't sit in the same position Take a break

8. Tips for employers The legal framework

9. Tips for employers Why? 1.The Business Case 1.Costs to business 2.Benefits to the business 2.The Moral/ethical case

10. Some interesting statistics Work related stress accounts for 25% long term absence Sickness absence costs the economy around £15bn Sickness absence costs employers around £9bn

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