In a recent HSE survey on workplace stress, nearly 20% of workers reported very high or extremely high levels of stress at work. While specific sources of stress and the way we deal with them differ from person to person, many of us especially struggle to cope with factors that are out of our control.
Choosing the Right Footwear
Just like picking the right tool for the job, ensuring that your body is protected at the workplace with the right gear is extremely important in construction. This applies to every part of your body, especially your feet. Since you are often exposed to conditions that could potentially be hazardous to your feet, wearing safety footwear is essential in protecting your feet against injury.
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Protecting Yourself from Noise Exposure
Tinnitus, also known as 'ringing in the ears', typically occurs in the workplace when workers are repeatedly exposed to excessive noise without wearing adequate ear protection. Tinnitus and hearing loss can be debilitating and irreversible, so taking precautions in the workplace now will help to protect against hearing loss later.