The Occupational Stress Indicator (OSI) framework by Cooper, Sloan, and Williams (2001) assesses sources and experience of work stress. Our check asks about common job stressors. Source: Cooper et al., 2001 (PubMed).
How to use it: Answer about your current job honestly. There are no right or wrong answers.
Reading your score: Higher scores mean more reported work stress. The bands are guides, not a diagnosis.
Limitations: This is a self-report screening tool, not a diagnosis. Work stress overlaps with general stress and burnout.
When to seek help: If work stress harms your health or life, consider a professional or your employee assistance program. If you ever feel you might harm yourself, contact 988 (US) right away.
Related: Our PSS-10 Stress Test and Maslach Burnout Test.