Updated October 2022

Have you ever quit a job because working conditions were just too terrible to bear?

Maybe you had to stand for too long or work in a cramped space that was too hot or too cold. Or maybe you hurt yourself on equipment that was poorly maintained, malfunctioning, or simply unsafe to use.

Or perhaps your manager turned a blind eye to bullying, harassment, and other factors that impacted your mental health at work.

People often associate health and safety problems with construction and manufacturing jobs. But unhealthy working conditions can be found in all kinds of work environments, including offices, restaurants, laboratories, and schools.