Anne Spoor

Stress Management Consultant & Occupational Health Adviser

Frequently Asked Questions


Q: Why is managing stress so important?

A: To reduce the likelihood of ill health and reduce short term and long term sickness absence which can be costly to business. Managing stress is also a business requirement under the Management Standard for work-related stress 2005.


Q: Can you tailor presentations to our business needs?

A: Yes. All enquiries are dealt with personally to ensure the business needs are met.


Q: Do businesses have a Duty of Care under the Health and Safety at Work act 1974?

A: All individuals at work have a duty of care to one another, and businesses have a duty of care to their employees, to ensure as far as reasonably practicable that all risks related to work are reduced. This includes reducing the likelihood of stress caused by work.


Q: Will my business benefit from improving the understanding of stress?

A: Yes. By raising awareness, and being able to recognise the early signs of stress. Early intervention aids prevention, especially where stress can be a factor at work.