New video: Prevent stress before it starts

Watch our new Working Minds video, which highlights how early action and simple conversations can prevent stress and support your team.

Find out more by reading our World Mental Health Day article.

Take practical steps with the 5 Rs

HSE’s Working Minds campaign provides free tools, guidance and training to help employers prevent work-related stress and support mental health conversations.

The campaign’s 5 Rs approach is shown in the video, focusing on simple actions that make prevention routine:

– Recognise – spot changes in behaviour, productivity, or engagement early

– Reach out – start a simple conversation with your team

– Respond – adjust workloads, offer flexibility, or provide extra support

– Reflect – consider what’s working and what could be better

– make it Routine – regular check-ins create a supportive environment

Quick Tips for Employers

Even small changes can make a big difference. This week, consider taking one or more of the following steps:

– ask how people are feeling and listen

– discuss upcoming challenges and what support is available

– adjust workloads or offer flexibility where needed

– recognise achievements as well as challenges

– complete a stress risk assessment using HSE templates

– encourage managers to access free training and resources