Stressors

Stressors are factors that can trigger stress. In the work context, different types of stressors are distinguished.

Types of Stressors

Physical stressors:

• Noise, heat, cold
• Poor lighting
• Ergonomic deficiencies
• Physical strain

Psychological stressors:

• Time pressure
• High complexity
• Unclear expectations
• Interruptions

Social stressors:

• Conflicts
• Lack of support
• Mobbing
• Poor leadership behavior

Organizational stressors:

• Overtime
• Shift work
• Unfair treatment
• Job insecurity

Stressors in the GDA Guideline

The four GDA characteristic areas systematically capture stressors:

• Work content
• Work organization
• Social relationships
• Work environment

Stressor-Resource Model

The ratio is decisive:

• Stressors strain
• Resources relieve

When stressors dominate, negative stress occurs. Sufficient resources buffer stress.

Assessment with SafeMind

SafeMind identifies stressors systematically and shows where action is needed.