DIN EN ISO 10075 is the central international standard for psychological stress and strain at work. It forms the scientific basis for risk assessment.
The Three Parts of the Standard
Part 1 - General (ISO 10075-1):
- Definitions: stress, strain, fatigue
- Theoretical model
- Positive and negative strain consequences
Part 2 - Design Principles (ISO 10075-2):
- Design of work systems
- Reduction of negative strain consequences
- Promotion of positive effects
Part 3 - Measurement (ISO 10075-3):
- Requirements for measurement methods
- Quality criteria for instruments
- Validation of procedures
The Stress-Strain Model
DIN EN ISO 10075 distinguishes:
- Stress (Belastung) = objective influences (neutral)
- Strain (Beanspruchung) = individual reaction (can be positive/negative)
The same stress can produce different strain depending on the person.
Significance for Practice
The standard is the scientific basis for:
- Standardized assessment instruments
- Comparability of results
- Legally compliant risk assessment
SafeMind is based on the definitions and concepts of DIN EN ISO 10075.