Remember, remember the 5th November is National Stress Awareness Day

Most of us recognise the 5th November as Bonfire Night where fires are lit, the sky is filled with pretty lights, and pets get very scared. However, it's also National Stress Awareness Day (NSAD) and a time to focus on the stress caused by the pressures of daily life on individuals.

This year's theme is Stress: the balancing act, with a focus on the role of technology allowing us to be contactable 24/7. It's also an opportunity to share with you once again the Work Under Pressure video, which you can watch below:



For more information on NSAD, please visit the International Stress Management Association's website.

Remember, Remember the 5th of November

With Bonfire Night fast approaching its worth taking some time to consider ways of keeping family and visitors safe around bonfires and fireworks.

If you are organising a major public event, you will clearly need a robust and detailed approach to planning as well as professional involvement. If you are holding a local firework display, such as those organised by many sports clubs, schools or parish councils, you still need to plan responsibly, but the same level of detail is not necessary or expected. Even the small family parties in the back garden can benefit from a bit of advice and guidance.

Fortunately the HSE have an advice page which gives some sound advice for whichever type of Bonfire Night event you are organising.

Have a safe and enjoyable Bonfire Night.