Sensory‑friendly workspace checklist

A short checklist to reduce sensory overload in a work environment.

Workplace supportWorkplace resource5 minutes

Who this is for

Workplace support looking for practical, educational support.

AutismADHDsensoryfocus

How to use

  • Tick the changes that help you stay comfortable.
  • Share with workplace support teams if needed.

Environment checks

  • □ Reduce glare / harsh lighting
  • □ Noise‑reducing option available
  • □ Clear desk with minimal clutter
  • □ Ability to take short resets

Communication supports

  • □ Written follow‑ups
  • □ Clear task priority list
  • □ Fewer surprise changes

Related resources

Trust & evidence

Educational resource — not medical advice.

Citations

Sources are copy‑only for transparency — external links are not clickable.

  • World Health Organization: Mental health and wellbeing

    https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use

  • UNICEF: Supporting mental health and wellbeing

    https://www.unicef.org/mental-health

  • ACAS: Reasonable adjustments

    https://www.acas.org.uk/reasonable-adjustments

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Last reviewed

16 Jan 2026

Next review due

15 Jul 2026

Updated

16 Jan 2026

Evidence & sources

4 sources · tiers A, B

Update history
  • 16 Jan 2026contentInitial printable published and reviewed.

Educational information only — not medical advice. Read the disclaimer.

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