Stress: work-related

Introduction
Legislation
Further information

Introduction

Stress is an adverse reaction people have to excessive pressure. It is not a disease. But if stress is intense it can lead to physical and mental health (eg depression, nervous breakdown, heart disease).

Legislation

Employers have a legal duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure that employees are not made ill by their work. Where stress is caused by or made worse by work could lead to ill health, the employer must assess the risks.

Further information

NHS Plus - Stress in the workplace
In the UK, as many as one in five people are suffering from high levels of workplace stress. Stress is a natural reaction to excessive pressure or other types of demands placed on people.
Work related stress - a short guide
This booklet answers some common questions about work-related stress. It explains what it is, and what you can do about it. The advice is intended specifically for managers of small firms, or organisations employing up to ...