Occupational stress (KOSS®19): scale development and validation in the Korean context.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Korean Occupational Stress Scale (KOSS) was developed in 2004. During this time, industrial structures have evolved, and societal awareness of occupational stress has changed. This study aims to develop and validate a revised version of the Korean Occupational Stress Scale (KOSS®19), tailored for workers, reflecting these changes.

Methods

The KOSS®19 was developed based on the 26-item KOSS-short form (SF) through a review by eight experts. A survey was conducted including 359 service industry workers, comprising the KOSS®19, Burnout, and Depression scales. The KOSS®19 subscales were restructured, and their reliability and validity were evaluated.

Results

The KOSS®19 composed of eight subscales: hazardous physical environment (2 items), high job demand (

SUBMITTER: Song H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12315770 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature