Lhe Université de Guyane is committed to improving the quality of life and working conditions. Its aim is to protect the health of its staff and improve the overall performance of the organisation (operational, economic, social and environmental).
A structured approach
The action is based on :
- A shared ambition Improving work to promote health and performance.
- A defined perimeter six major themes relating to working conditions, dealt with progressively and in an interconnected way.
- A rigorous methodology An adapted QVCT approach, involving all stakeholders and testing new practices.
A committee dedicated to quality of life in the workplace
Le QVCT-Prévention RPS steering committee plays a key role. It assesses improvement projects, monitors their implementation and plays an active role in preventing psychosocial risks.
Understanding psychosocial risks (PSR)
The psychosocial risks (RPS) refer to the negative impact of work on mental, physical and social health. According to the report by the Collège d'expertise Gollac, six main factors have been identified:
- Work demands and intensity
- Emotional demands
- Lack of autonomy
- Quality of working relationships
- Conflicting values
- Job insecurity
Manifestations of RPS
RPS can be seen in :
- Stress Imbalance between work constraints and available resources.
- Internal violence moral or sexual harassment, exacerbated conflicts.
- External violence assault, threats or insults by third parties.
These risks may arise from the activity itself or from the way the work is organised.
Support for agents
The University of Guyana has a number of measures in place to help staff who are confronted with RPS:
- PAS network (MGEN) free, anonymous and confidential service with a psychologist, available on 0 805 500 005 (8.30am-6.30pm).
- Occupational health prevention service A team of professionals at your disposal.
- Ergonomic expertise Assessment of workstations and recommendations for improvement.
- Training plan The Group's activities include raising awareness of PSR, training managers and introducing them to mental health first aid.
Useful contacts
La Human Resources Departmentthe advisors and prevention assistants are available to direct agents to the appropriate services.
The University of Guyana is taking concrete action to improve quality of life at work and effective prevention of psychosocial risks.
SSCT
Health, Safety and Working Conditions
Ms Hélène RANVIER
Prevention advisor
