Research Consortium
Understand the workplace factors that may affect your employees’ mental health, wellbeing, and performance. Our approach helps organisations identify potential risks and explore practical ways to address them.
- The problem it solves
One organisation cannot fund the research it needs alone
Workplace pressures, unclear responsibilities, excessive workloads, and poor communication can affect employee wellbeing and organisational performance.
Without a clear understanding of these risks, it can be difficult to know where to focus your efforts or which changes are likely to make the biggest difference.
A psychosocial risk assessment helps your organisation identify potential concerns, understand their impact, and take informed steps towards a healthier working environment.
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What's involved
Our approach is designed to help you understand workplace risks and identify opportunities for improvement.
Understand your organisation
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We learn about your workplace, priorities, existing policies, and the challenges you want to address.
Gather relevant information
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We review available workplace information and identify appropriate ways to understand employees’ experiences and working conditions.
Identify and assess risks
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We examine potential psychosocial hazards and consider how they may affect employee wellbeing.
Recommend practical actions
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We help identify priority areas and outline potential measures to reduce risks and support a healthier workplace.
Who it's for
This service may be suitable for organisations looking to better understand workplace risks and strengthen their approach to employee wellbeing.
It may be particularly relevant for:
- HR and people teams looking to improve employee wellbeing and workplace practices.
- Health and safety professionals responsible for identifying and managing workplace risks.
- Senior leaders and business owners seeking to support employees and improve organisational performance.
- Organisations across different sectors looking to take a more informed approach to psychosocial risk management.
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What you get
Depending on the agreed scope of work, your organisation may receive:
- A review of relevant workplace information and potential psychosocial hazards.
- A summary of key findings and priority areas.
- Recommendations to help address identified risks.
- Guidance on potential next steps and opportunities for improvement.
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Evidence and insights
Explore relevant publications and insights to learn more about the factors that influence employee wellbeing and how organisations can respond.
Category
[Research report title]
Discover key findings and evidence to help organisations understand workplace wellbeing.
Category
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Explore evidence and perspectives on the challenges shaping workplace wellbeing today.
Category
[Research briefing title]
Learn how research can inform workplace decisions and support better outcomes.
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Related services
Research Consortium
For you if you want influence over what gets researched, and a peer network of organisations working on the same problems.
Commission research
For you if you need evidence on a specific question, and you have a budget or a funder behind it.
Participate in research
For you if your organisation can take part in a live study, rather than fund one.
- FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is a psychosocial risk assessment?
A psychosocial risk assessment helps identify workplace factors that may affect employees’ mental health, wellbeing, and safety.
Why is psychosocial risk assessment important?
It can help organisations understand potential workplace risks, prioritise areas for improvement, and make more informed decisions about prevention and support.
What does the assessment involve?
The process depends on your organisation’s needs and the agreed scope. It may include reviewing workplace information, gathering employee feedback, identifying risks, and developing recommendations.
Who should consider a psychosocial risk assessment?
Organisations of different sizes and across different sectors may benefit from assessing workplace factors that could affect employee wellbeing.
How long does the process take?
The timeframe depends on the size of your organisation, the complexity of the issues, and the assessment approach. We can discuss the expected timeline during an initial conversation.
What happens after the assessment?
The findings can help your organisation identify priorities and consider appropriate actions. Further support may be available to help develop or implement an improvement plan.
- GET IN TOUCH
Start with a conversation
Every organisation faces different workplace challenges. Talk to Affinity Health about your needs and explore how a psychosocial risk assessment could support your approach to workplace wellbeing.