The whole world has been dealing with a tremendous amount of stress. Even in the best of times, employees feel pressure from a range of sources, including work duties, money, and family issues. The HVAC business carries its own challenges. Techs often work odd hours. There are times when they’re extremely busy and others when they worry about having enough work to avoid layoffs.
Experts have increased awareness about the effects of stress on individuals in recent years. Now, a recent study shows how that can affect businesses, as well. The National Safety Council (NSC) found 90% of employees surveyed are concerned about mental health and chronic stress impacting fitness for duty. The NSC recommends employers treat stress as an impairment, just like substance misuse.