Workplace Incident Checklist

Address critical or traumatic events at work to reduce stress and anxiety within your team.

Have we taken the necessary steps to reduce the source of the stress?
Have we communicated all possible information to employees? Is there a plan for regular updates if necessary?
Have we communicated to staff that this is a difficult period, and it’s ok to share feelings of anxiety, fatigue, or frustration?
Have we provided opportunities for employees to productively gather and talk about the experience and their feelings?
Have we factored in the impact of social media and communicated expectations to staff?
Are we encouraging and monitoring teamwork and cooperation within the group?
Have we given clear work standards and directives for operating during this time?
Are we reassessing or modifying office rules and procedures as a result of the event as necessary?
Have we given all employees the information necessary to access EAP’s resources?
Have I remembered my own needs and self-care during this difficult time?
Do I need to request an HR & manager consultation?

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