Characterization of Psychosocial Risk Factors in a Construction Sector Company, located in Colombia
Keywords:
Work Environment, Work Stress, Psychosocial Risk, Occupational Safety and HealthAbstract
Organizations must properly manage occupational risks to prevent workplace accidents and occupational illnesses. In construction companies, the management of safety and/or physical hazards is often prioritized due to the nature of the work activities. However, psychosocial risks should also be prioritized and studied and addressed in companies across all sectors. Therefore, this research characterized the psychosocial risk factors present in the workers of a case study company in the Colombian construction sector, with the aim of designing intervention strategies to promote the well-being of its employees. The instrument used was the psychosocial risk assessment battery, which was administered to 42 workers located at different sites, in both operational and administrative areas. The results show that it is necessary to prioritize addressing non-work-related psychosocial risk factors.
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