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IOSH magazine proudly serves as the leading publication for the global OSH community, delivering high-quality content that tackles the challenges and celebrates the innovations shaping our world.

To ensure IOSH magazine continues to provide you with the most valuable content possible, we'd appreciate your input as we look to 2025 and beyond. This will not only improve your printed magazine, but also our highly regarded digital programme of podcasts, videos and webinars.

Is the content relevant and interesting? What would you like to see more of? Is there anything you would change?

We invite you to take part in a brief survey to share your thoughts: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ioshreadersurvey2024

The survey closes on Friday, 22 November 2024. Thank you for your continued support.

Many of us find ourselves working late to meet deadlines, but at what cost?

IOSH Genis Fernandes examines the significant health risks associated with chronic overworking, including heart disease and mental health challenges. It's crucial to foster a workplace culture that prioritises balance and well-being over relentless productivity.

A healthier workplace culture, clear boundaries, and support systems could be the key to long-term success for both people and organisations.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4fqtEJ3

Every vote counts. Every single one.

As we approach the IOSH annual general meeting (AGM), our President-Elect Kelly Nicoll encourages IOSH Corporate Members to vote.

In her blog, she emphasises how decisions are made by those who attend the meeting, and how your vote is a catalyst for engagement which enables the Institution to hear what your thoughts and feelings are with the direction proposed.

If you’re not a Corporate Member you can still get involved by submitting questions in advance of the AGM.

Read more, register to attend, and vote if eligible: https://bit.ly/4f3ZED0

🌍 IOSH at CHOGM 2024 in Samoa!

Last week, IOSH’s President-Elect Kelly Nicoll, Head of Strategic Engagement Alan Stevens, and Strategic Engagement Manager Marcel Le Roux proudly represented IOSH at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024.

Through their participation in various Accredited-Organisation-led side events and business forums, they advanced discussions on how strong occupational safety and health (OSH) standards can help achieve CHOGM 2024’s theme of ‘One Resilient Common Future’.

Read more about IOSH at CHOGM here:https://bit.ly/3NEiTH8

We’re celebrating our incredible IOSH Mentors ahead of National Mentoring Day this Sunday 27th October! 🌟

Mentors play a key role in shaping their mentees’ careers and membership journeys, providing guidance, support, and inspiration.

Hear directly from our current mentors as they share what motivated them to start and how the experience has helped them grow personally and professionally.

Tag us () in your incredible mentoring stories on National Mentoring Day! We’d love to hear them and celebrate your successes with you.

Thinking of becoming a mentor? Find out how you can make a difference today! https://bit.ly/3NCptOr

Want to know more about the technologies impacting the world of work?

Our report in collaboration with Arup on Towards a Safe and Healthy Future of Work highlights these technologies, their potential application, possible opportunities and risks, and their technology readiness level.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4h9ObDn

On World Menopause Day, we’re encouraging employers to create supportive environments where people feel comfortable discussing the menopause.

Lasting two to 10 years, perimenopause and menopausal transition come before reaching menopause. Women often experience unpleasant symptoms during this time.

Dr Karen Michell, IOSH Research Programme Lead – Occupational Health, highlights the importance to prepare both workers and employers and shares our guidance on creating a supportive workplace.

Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4f4XJxo

IOSH members, you can help shape the future of the Institution and the profession – register your place at our 22nd Annual General Meeting.

By joining, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions about IOSH’s decisions, policies and priorities, and provide valuable feedback.

Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3UaFiPO

Advance your IOSH membership through experience: The experiential route 🌟

For the members, by the members: Join IOSH President and Chair of Council Stuart Hughes in our upcoming For the members, by the members event to learn about the new IOSH experiential route, created for experienced OSH leaders and consultants making an impact on workplace safety improvements.

What you'll gain:

➡️ Expert insights - a complete guide to the experiential route and what it offers.

➡️ Member stories - hear from professionals who have successfully navigated the process.

➡️ Live Q&A - get your questions answered by the experts.

📆 Thursday, 24 October 2024

🕓 4pm – 5pm, Online

Register now: https://bit.ly/4eCqr8X

What is dyspraxia? And how can you embrace it at work?

People with dyspraxia may find it difficult to perform coordinated movements, including driving vehicles or writing by hand.

In Dyspraxia Awareness Week, we’re sharing our neurodiversity white paper – Divergent thinking: Embracing neurodiversity at work, which includes our member story on dyspraxia and ADHD, and what they need to be their best at work, see page 16.

Our paper highlights that 1 in 5 people worldwide are neurodiverse. It provides:

➡️ Information on neurodiversity at work
➡️ Common forms of neurodiversity
➡️ Disclosing neurodivergence at work
➡️ Training managers
➡️ Making adjustments, and more.

Read it here: https://bit.ly/4h21RA5

As part of Dyslexia Awareness Week, Jaci Stewart, Technical IOSH member, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming challenges and unlocking her potential.

In her blog, learn how she:

• navigates career changes
• discovers new opportunities
• stays on top of industry trends.

👉 https://bit.ly/482ld3W

How can you use new technologies to mitigate risks in the workplace?

Join our webinar in collaboration with the International Commission on Occupational Health (ICOH), where we’ll:

• Explore real-world health and safety technologies and robotics in the workplace
• Uncover the barriers to adopting these technologies
• Explain how they can be used to safeguard workers’ wellbeing.

Hear from our global panel including tech expert and innovator Cameron Stevens; IOSH President Stuart Hughes; Dr Cleo Varianou, European University Cyprus; and Andresa Hernandes, Siemens AG.

Register now: https://bit.ly/3YgFn7b

“Whilst at college, I received the result of a joint assignment in class, with the following at the top of the page: does Stuart have dyslexia? Needless to say, I was unimpressed and a bit embarrassed.”

In Dyslexia Awareness Week, IOSH President Stuart Hughes shares his experiences of the condition with us, and how it’s never held him back.

Read more: https://bit.ly/47YkctF

Gain insights on how occupational safety and health management can lead to improved morale, productivity and loyalty, and a healthy return on investment for a socially sustainable future 💡

Join IOSH President Stuart Hughes and IOSH Thought Leadership Manager Dr Christopher Davis at HSE People’s ESG & Sustainability Showcase!

You’ll also have the opportunity to access all the showcase sessions, connect with specialists who can answer your questions, and get the content on demand after the event.

Don't miss out! Register now to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/47VbEDT

“You don’t seem like you have ADHD.” That’s what Lauren Meadwell’s old colleague said to her when she recently caught up with him.

She could see why he thought that, as she’d spent years unknowingly masking her true self.

This month is ADHD Awareness Month, so we asked our IOSH colleague, Lauren, to share what it was like to be diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at the age of 27, and her tips that help her work to her best.

Read more in her blog: https://bit.ly/4ekVuGg

Time is running out—register today for Safety, Health Wellbeing Live Farnborough on October 2-3! 🗓️

Join the local OSH community for two days filled with learning, networking, and procurement opportunities. Hear from inspiring speakers who will share their expertise and insights on current industry challenges and innovations.

The IOSH Fire Risk Management Group will also be hosting insightful sessions across both days, bringing you valuable updates on the latest industry developments in fire safety.

In addition, we will be celebrating our incredible IOSH volunteers, whose dedication helps make workplaces around the world safer and healthier. 👏

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, expand your network, and stay informed on the latest trends shaping our industry. Don’t miss out!

Register now: https://bit.ly/3Xuxl93

We’re thrilled to share that IOSH was shortlisted for the 2024 Memcom Excellence Awards—and we ended the night taking home the ⭐ Highly Commended Award for Best Integrated Marketing or Membership Campaign! 🎉

It was an honour to be recognised in the following categories:
⭐ Best Social Media Presence
⭐ The Memcom EDI Award
⭐ Best Podcast
⭐ Best Use of Video

This is an incredible achievement for IOSH and our publishing partners, Redactive Media Group. A huge congratulations to the teams for your hard work and dedication! 👏

And a big congratulations to all the other winners of the evening! 👏