Humour is no laughing matter

Ethics This study has been reviewed by and

received ethics clearance through the Faculty of Health and Medicine Research Ethics Committee (FHMREC) at Lancaster University.

Are you eligible? An active health and safety practitioner, or A worker who regularly communicates with

health and safety practitioners English speaking Aged 18 or over

For more information about this study, or to volunteer for this

study, please contact:

Stephen Taylor (main researcher) s.taylor20@lancaster.ac.uk Dr Claire Hardy (supervisor) c.hardy1@lancaster.ac.uk Dr Jane Simpson (supervisor) j.simpson2@lancaster.ac.uk

An exploration of the perceptions and effects of using humour in health and safety communication.

The study will explore how both health and safety practitioners and co-workers use humour, how it’s perceived and the effects it may have. The aim is that the findings will provide an understanding of how humour might assist in reducing workplace accidents and ill-health.

Individuals will be invited to volunteer for a 30-45-minute semi-structured interview about the humour used in such communication.

In appreciation for your time participants will receive:

Snacks and refreshments during interviews. Compensation for any travel costs up to £10. Prize draw entry for a £50 Amazon voucher.