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    "data": {
        "id": 2017938,
        "msgid": "psychosocial-screening-for-workers-must-use-validated-instruments-1791078822",
        "date": "2026-10-04 07:33:53",
        "title": "Psychosocial screening for workers must use validated instruments",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_ID",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Social Policy",
        "summary": "Experts emphasise the necessity of using validated and reliable instruments for psychosocial screening in the workplace to ensure accuracy. The discussion highlights that managing psychosocial risks is crucial for maintaining productivity and preventing workplace accidents, particularly in high-pressure industries like oil and gas.",
        "content": "<p>Jakarta (ANTARA) - Psychosocial screening for workers must utilise\ninstruments that have proven validity and reliability, tailored to the\nspecific objectives of the examination and the characteristics of the\nworkforce being assessed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe instruments used in psychosocial screening must have validated\nreliability. Furthermore, they cannot stand alone and must be adjusted\nto the purpose of the examination and the characteristics of the users,\u201d\nstated Professor Dr.\u00a0dr. Dewi S. Soemarko, M.S., Sp.Ok, Subsp.PsiKO (K),\na Professor and Consultant Occupational Medicine Specialist at the\nFaculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia (FKUI), in an official\nstatement in Jakarta on Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>Dewi noted that psychosocial screening for workers requires a\ndifferent approach compared to the general public, as the stressors and\ntriggers faced by employees are distinct.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Occupational Health Practitioner from SKK Migas, dr.\nRoyanul Arief, MM (K3L), assessed that psychosocial screening,\nparticularly within the oil and gas industry, relates not only to mental\nhealth issues but also to aspects of occupational safety.<\/p>\n<p>Royanul stated that unaddressed and unprevented mental fatigue can\nlead to problems for workers, resulting in decreased productivity and\neven an increased risk of workplace accidents.<\/p>\n<p>Managing psychosocial risks is becoming increasingly relevant in jobs\ninvolving high demands, shift work systems, remote work locations,\nexposure to operational risks, and the need to maintain the physical and\nmental readiness of workers.<\/p>\n<p>In the context of occupational health, psychosocial factors can\nrelate to how work is designed and managed, including workload, job\ndemands, interpersonal relationships, organisational support, and the\nbalance between work and personal life.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPsychosocial health in the professional world is very important\nbecause if employees are healthy not only physically but also mentally,\nit will certainly increase productivity. Productivity will also enhance\ncompany sustainability,\u201d said Indriyanti.<\/p>\n<p>The topic of psychosocial screening was discussed in a seminar titled\n\u201cChoosing and Using Psychosocial Questionnaires Responsibly:\nPerspectives on Validity, Reliability, and Implementation in the\nWorkplace,\u201d which also featured Dwiva Yulia, M. Psi, a psychologist in\nthe field of industrial psychology, and dr. Iwan Sugiarta, Sp.Ok, who\ndiscussed health data analysis.<\/p>\n<p>The event, held both in-person and online, was a collaborative effort\nbetween Prodia Occupational Health Indonesia (Prodia OHI), Prodia\nWidyahusada, the Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia (FKUI),\nand SKK Migas.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/psychosocial-screening-for-workers-must-use-validated-instruments-1791078822",
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    "sponsor": "Okusi Associates",
    "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com"
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