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Expert tips
Do not be afraid to talk about suicide at work
Having clear procedures at the workplace when somebody gives voice to suicidal feelings can make a huge difference to anyone going through a difficult period. It also creates peace of mind at the workplace as employees and managers know what to do and where to get support.
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Rethinking the workplace
There is little room for doubt – working life is not going back to how it was before the pandemic. Our reasons for going into the workplace are no longer the same and office spaces have new needs to meet. For some managers, demanding that staff come into the office can even feel like a tough thing to do.
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Expert tips
Key Factors for a Sustainable Working Life in 2023
At the start of last year, many of us thought we could breathe a sigh of relief after the pandemic and return to normality. Instead, we were shaken by a war in Europe that has led to high prices, rising interest rates and soaring inflation. As the world around us continues to rock, we have asked some of our experts here at Falck for their thoughts on what is important for a sustainable working life in 2023.
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Expert tips
A psychologist’s tips for dealing with worry
There are many things going on around us that can cause us worry, stress or anxiety. What can we do when our worries grow too big and start to affect our everyday lives? We have spoken to psychologist Karin Calissendorff for some advice on how to deal with worries and stress.
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Employer responsibility as transmission rates rise
Both the WHO and the Public Health Agency of Sweden have warned that the spread of influenza, Covid-19 and RSV may reach high levels this winter season. As an employer, you have a responsibility to counteract and prevent the transmission of viruses at the workplace.
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Expert tips
Conflict or victimisation – important to act immediately
Conflicts, bullying and victimisation can arise in all workplaces. As a manager it is important to be aware of the differences because they should be addressed and handled in different ways, so as to resolve the problems and reduce the consequences for both individuals and the organisation.
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Involve the employees in work environment management
Stress is increasing among employees and managers. At the same time, we are heading for an economic downturn, and we don’t know what the impact of this will be on companies and employees. Our Handbook for a Sustainable Working Life could be a great help to you as a manager because it has tips and advice for making day-to-day work environment management easier. A revised edition is now available, in both Swedish and English.
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Expert tips
Don’t sit still for too long at the workplace
Far too many people sit still for long periods every day. Interrupting long periods of sitting still affects both our mental and physical well-being and there is a great deal you can do as an employer to help your employees to get more movement into their working day.
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Expert tips
Create space for recovery this autumn
Earlier surveys by Falck Previa show that about one employee in three experiences high stress levels or high-risk stress. Stress without recovery is not good for health. You should therefore create procedures that let you prioritise recovery to ensure that stress does not take over.
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Important to disconnect from work during the holidays
No employer can force their employees to stay connected while they are on holiday, yet many people still find it hard not to check their work emails. But if you don’t let your holiday be a proper holiday, it can be harmful in the long run.