Assessment of psychosocial risks in the Algerian work environment

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the psychosocial risks in the work environment of the Algerian company, through the percentage of workers exposed to stress at work and social isolation. The descriptive approach is followed in this study by applying the Karazek scale, which consists of three dimensions : 1. Job demands, 2. Job decision latitude, 3. Social support. The questionnaire was applied to a sample of sixty workers (n = 60), which represents the population studied. The results of the study reveal that 65% of workers are exposed to high psychological demands and poor decision-latitude, which confirms their exposure to stress at work and 79,5% are exposed to high psychological demands , poor decision-latitude and social isolation. The study recommended taking care of the psychological and material demands of the workers, as well as the need to provide them with moral support to avoid social isolation and boost morale