My voice already hurts. What should I do?

• See your GP. Explain fully what job you do, how much you use your voice, say if you are under pressure. (For more information, please view our dealing with doctors section).
• Inform your line manager, and record your condition in the accident book, especially if you need to take time off work.
• Make an appointment to see your work's occupational health department, if there is one.
• Whatever your job, you are likely to need at least a short break involving different duties.
• Contact your safety rep, if you have one. Your union rep can support you in meetings with management about possible adjustments to your work routines.