lesson term RH friday the 6 th of february

 lesson term RH friday the 6 th of february 

 

words of the day :

 an obstacle = an impediment = a hurdle 

strained ( tendues ) relations/ relationships = difficult relationships / relations  

 

 

PART 1 – LEAD-IN / DISCUSSION

Read the quote and answer the questions in English.

“A healthy work environment is not a luxury, but a condition for performance.”

What elements create a healthy work environment?

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Do you think employee well-being and performance are always linked? Explain.

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PART 2 – READING COMPREHENSION

Psychosocial risks (PSR) refer to situations at work that can harm employees’ mental or physical health. These risks include chronic stress, burnout, workplace harassment, and emotional exhaustion.

They often appear when employees face excessive workload, unclear objectives, or lack of managerial support. Poor communication and low recognition can also increase frustration and disengagement.

If PSR are not addressed, companies may experience higher absenteeism, reduced productivity, and increased staff turnover. On the contrary, organizations that promote dialogue, supportive leadership, and balanced workloads create a healthier and more efficient work environment.

Preventing psychosocial risks is therefore both a social responsibility and a strategic management decision.

Exercise 1 – Global understanding

Choose the best title for the text:

·         Psychosocial Risks: An Individual Problem

·         Preventing PSR: A Key Management Responsibility

·         Stress at Work Is Unavoidable

Exercise 2 – Detailed comprehension

What are psychosocial risks?

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Identify two management-related causes of PSR mentioned in the text.

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Give two negative consequences of PSR for companies.

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Why is preventing PSR considered a strategic decision?

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 VOCABULARY 

what are the psychosocial risks ? 

1.bad / faulty management  

2. lack of recognition ( manque de reconnaissance) = low recognition 

exhaustion ( épuisement) 

burnouts

be overworked = be overloaded with work 

work overload

stress 

a lack of work life balance 

bullying = harassment 

the lack of motivation 

a toxic work environment / atmosphere 

repetitive tasks 

lack of communication  and understanding ( comprehension)  = poor communication 

 frustration 

disengagement  

 

THE TYPE OF MANAGERIAL STYLE  

 authoritarian 

consulting

collaborative 

paternalistic  

 

 HOMEWORK  learn the vocabulary