By andrewwalsh
Working in hospitality means we’re constantly surrounded by coworkers, but we don’t always know what personal struggles they might be dealing with behind the scenes. We’ve put together these Safety Talk resources – including a quick 5-minute video, guides for both managers and staff, plus some takeaway materials – to help everyone better understand trauma … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Front-line workers in community social services dedicate themselves to supporting others, often facing emotionally intense situations. While deeply meaningful, this work can sometimes lead to vicarious trauma, an emotional toll that arises from witnessing the trauma of those you serve. Understanding vicarious trauma, recognizing its signs, and implementing strategies to safeguard your well-being are essential to sustaining … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Working in the tourism and hospitality industry can be exciting and rewarding. No two days are the same, and you get to interact with people from all walks of life. But this dynamic environment also presents unique challenges, from managing difficult situations to ensuring your personal safety during late shifts or working alone. Want to … Continued
By andrewwalsh
This info sheet is part of our Safety Talk series for those who work in tourism and hospitality, developed in partnership with go2HR. Download a printer-friendly PDF version of this info sheet or watch the video. Understanding Why We May Use Substances In high-stress, fast-paced industries like tourism and hospitality, substance use can play a dual role: … Continued
By andrewwalsh
This info sheet is part of our Safety Talk series for those who work in tourism and hospitality, developed in partnership with go2HR. Download a printer-friendly PDF version of this info sheet or watch the video. Understanding Why We May Use Substances After a fast-paced shift, unwinding with a drink can serve two purposes: Recognizing Signs of … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Our Safety Talk series of videos and info sheets are intended to support conversations with your coworkers. They were developed for those who work in tourism and hospitality, in partnership with go2HR. Working in the tourism and hospitality industry often means long hours, fast-paced shifts, and interacting with a wide variety of people. It’s natural to need … Continued
By jenniferquan
This info sheet is part of our Safety Talk series for those who work in tourism and hospitality, developed in partnership with go2HR. Download a printer-friendly PDF version of this info sheet or watch the video. Being Clear is Being Kind It’s hard to say no sometimes – when you’re asked to take that extra table but … Continued
By briteweb
Our Safety Talk series of videos and info sheets are intended to support conversations with your coworkers. They were developed for those who work in tourism and hospitality, in partnership with go2HR. It’s Okay to Not Be Okay Mental health is a spectrum; we all go through ups and downs. It’s unreasonable to expect ourselves to be … Continued
By briteweb
Our Safety Talk series of videos and info sheets are intended to support conversations with your coworkers. They were developed for those who work in tourism and hospitality, in partnership with go2HR. To download a printer-friendly PDF version of this info sheet, click here. Being Clear is Being Kind It’s great to be a team player and … Continued
By briteweb
Our Safety Talk series of videos and info sheets are intended to support conversations with your coworkers. They were developed for those who work in tourism and hospitality, in partnership with go2HR. What is a Crisis? Life throws us curveballs and sometimes this can result in a personal crisis. A crisis is different from the everyday changes … Continued
