Assessing and managing psychosocial risk

Dates

4th March 2025

Time

13:00 - 14:00 (UK time)

Location

Online

Overview

This session will explore the practical application of evidence-based strategies for assessing and managing psychosocial risks in the workplace, drawing on cutting-edge research and best practices.

Drawing on research and real-world application, we will explore tools and frameworks to identify psychosocial hazards and implement tailored interventions that protect worker wellbeing, enhance productivity, and ensure compliance with international standards.

This session will cover:

Why assessing and managing psychosocial risk is vital
Engaging stakeholders across the organisation to create change
Key steps of a psychosocial risk assessment
Approaches to managing psychosocial risk
Common challenges and how to overcome them

Speaker - Jo Yarker

Jo is a Registered and Chartered Occupational Psychologist specializing in workplace health and wellbeing. She is Managing Partner at Affinity Health at Work, Professor of Occupational Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London, and works with organizations globally to enhance working lives. Her research, funded by leading bodies such as the WHO and UK Health and Safety Executive, informs national guidance on occupational health and safety, including managing psychosocial risk and absence management. Jo publishes extensively to share evidence-based tools and insights for sustaining workplace health and wellbeing.

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