New & Expectant Mothers H&S Guidance Sheet

Inclusivity matters: Making room for expectant parents in the workplace.

Supporting new and expectant mothers in the workplace is a vital aspect of fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. Individuals experiencing pregnancy and the journey into parenthood often face unique challenges, balancing the demands of their professional roles with the physical and emotional changes that accompany this life stage.

Employers may provide accommodations such as flexible work hours, access to private breastfeeding spaces, and adjustments to workload or responsibilities when necessary. By doing so, businesses not only ensure the well-being of their employees but also demonstrate a commitment to gender equality and family-friendly policies, ultimately promoting a happier and more loyal workforce.

What is a H&S guidance sheet?

Our health & safety guidance sheets condense major areas of health & safety legislation into a simplified, easily digestible format. They provide essential knowledge to assist in addressing health & safety concerns, while reducing associated risks and helping to safeguard you and your team.

Whether you’re an employer, an employee or in a self-employed role, it’s good practice to be aware of potential H&S issues and ensure that all activities adhere to H&S regulations and guidelines.

Guidance sheet structure:

Each guidance sheet provides an overview of the subject matter, in this case New & expectant mothers, along side essential information, regulations and good practice advice for applying H&S legislation within your workplace. There's also a summary section covering the main learnings of the sheet.

Deliver professional safety briefings.

Guidance sheets can be used to deliver professional safety briefings or informal group discussions. These briefings, often called Toolbox Talks, can be given daily to promote a safety culture within your business. They're an excellent way to refresh knowledge and to keep safety at the forefront of everyone’s mind.

You will receive:

• 1 x A4 size PDF document
• 1 x User instructions

Find our New & Expectant Mothers Risk Assessment here.