Brussels, Belgium | 13 October 2026

Mental health at work is an important part of occupational safety and health. Work organisation, workload, working relationships and the wider working environment can all influence workers’ wellbeing. Addressing these factors requires attention not only to individual experiences, but also to the conditions in which work is carried out.

On 13 October 2026, the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) launched its 2026–2028 Healthy Workplaces Campaign, “Together for Mental Health at Work”, in Brussels. ENSHPO President Francesco Santi attended the launch, joining a wider European discussion involving representatives of the European institutions, governments, social partners and workplace stakeholders.

The campaign places the prevention of psychosocial risks and the promotion of mental health at the centre of its activities for the coming years.

Why psychosocial risks deserve attention

Psychosocial risks can arise from the way work is designed, organised and managed. Examples include excessive workload, unclear responsibilities, limited control over work, poor communication, workplace harassment and inadequate support.

These risks vary across occupations and workplaces. Effective prevention therefore requires organisations to identify the factors relevant to their own working environments and consider appropriate measures, rather than relying on a single approach for every situation.

The European campaign provides an opportunity to increase awareness, share practical resources and encourage employers, workers and their representatives to engage with mental health as part of workplace prevention.

The launch also highlighted the role of leadership, social dialogue and organisational action in translating awareness into practice.

ENSHPO’s role in the European OSH community

ENSHPO connects professional organisations working in occupational safety and health across Europe. Its participation in the campaign launch reflects the importance of keeping professional networks engaged with developments in European OSH policy and practice.

Through its members, ENSHPO can help circulate relevant information, facilitate knowledge exchange and support dialogue between OSH professionals working in different national contexts.

The campaign’s focus on psychosocial risks is also relevant to the broader development of OSH competence. Professionals may need to work across disciplines, collaborating with management, occupational health specialists, human resources teams and worker representatives to address risks effectively.

As the campaign progresses, its resources and activities will provide opportunities for OSH professionals and organisations to consider how mental health prevention can be integrated into everyday workplace management.

Further information: EU-OSHA — Launch of the Healthy Workplaces Campaign 2026–2028