Why hasn’t HSE issued an Approved Code of Practice (ACoP)?
The first step to developing any new policy is to ensure that there is a firm evidence that the solution proposed is either the only solution or the best solution to meet the problem. At present HSE believes that, if presented with a simple approach, clear standards against which to measure progress, and a convincing business case, organisations will not only realise the benefit of tackling work related stress, but will be in a better position to do so. Academics agree that it is difficult to prescribe ready made solutions to stress. However the HSC will keep the need for an Approved Code of Practice under review.
