The HSE Management Standards identify the risk factors for work-related stress:
| Demands | Staff are able to cope with the demands of the job |
| Control | Staff are able to have a say about the way work is done |
| Support | Staff receive adequate information and support from colleagues and line managers |
| Relationships | Staff are not subjected to unacceptable behaviours e.g. bullying and harassment, at work |
| Role | Staff understand their role and responsibilities |
| Change | Staff are involved and consulted about organisational changes |
This link gives guidance on the actions line managers at the university need to take to meet the HSE Management Standards