Use this checklist for education and discussion. It is not a formal safety audit or legal advice.

Workload

Look for repeated overload, unclear priorities, conflicting deadlines and excessive urgency.

Control and support

Ask whether staff have enough decision latitude, manager support and safe ways to raise concerns.

Recovery

Review breaks, after-hours expectations, staffing and recovery after intense periods.

Checklist

  • Roles and priorities are clear.
  • Workload is discussed before crisis point.
  • Managers know how to respond to overload concerns.
  • Breaks and recovery are protected.
  • There is a pathway to HR, EAP, medical or professional support.
Careful health wording: Stress-management education may support relaxation, coping, focus and self-awareness. It is not a cure and does not replace medical, psychological, counselling or crisis care. If you feel unsafe, at risk of self-harm, or unable to keep someone else safe, contact local emergency services or crisis support immediately.