Abstract
Objective
To provide an overview of the spectrum of available for measurement and evaluation of work-related psychosocial factors.
Methods
We systematically searched the literature/internet to identify and describe the main available questionnaires and observational instruments for assessment of work-related psychosocial factors (with/without other job stressors).
Results
A total of 33 instruments were identified (26 questionnaires, 7 observational), many (11 questionnaires, 5 observational) linked to national institutions/intiatives. Accessibility of relevant information (on the internet or elsewhere) regarding the instruments varied widely.
Conclusions
This summary of the range of instruments currently available for evaluation of multiple work stressors at individual, group and/or organizational levels may provide a useful tool for operators and researchers.
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We thank Lesley Cooper and Martyn Sandbrook for a personal communication on the background to the SRA and PMI questionnaires. This work was supported in part by a grant from the Italian Workers’ Compensation Authority (INAIL), the National Institute for Prevention and Occupational Safety (ISPESL) and the Government of the Region Emilia-Romagna. Any opinions expressed in this paper are those of the authors.
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Tabanelli, M.C., Depolo, M., Cooke, R.M.T. et al. Available instruments for measurement of psychosocial factors in the work environment. Int Arch Occup Environ Health 82, 1–12 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00420-008-0312-6
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