Work - Volume 43, issue 3

Authors: Fedai Çavuş, Mustafa

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: Objective: The aim of the present study is to investigate the effects of organizational socialization levels of employees on organizational citizenship behavior (OCB). Participants: A total of 185 (70 female, 115 male) teachers were sampled at 27 primary and secondary schools. Their ages ranged from 23 to 55 years, with a mean (SD) of 36 (5.1). In this sample, 100 (54.1%) worked in primary schools, and 85 (45.9%) worked in secondary schools. Methods: A three-part questionnaire …was designed for the study. The research scales were self-report measures of organizational socialization, OCB, and demographic variables. The hypothesized model was tested using Pearson correlation analyses and multiple regression analyses. Results: The teachers demonstrated high level socialization (Mean 4.2, SD 0.7) and OCB (Mean 4.0, SD 0.54). Understanding, coworker support, and performance proficiency explained significant variance in organizational citizenship behavior; however, there was no relationship (p=0.286) between the organizational goals and values and OCB. Conclusions: The findings contribute to our understanding of the relationship between the level of organizational socialization and organizational citizenship behavior in educational settings. These findings suggest that high level organizational socialization supports organizational citizenship behavior in primary and secondary school teachers. Show more

Keywords: Organizational socialization, organizational citizenship behavior, primary school, secondary school, teachers-

DOI: 10.3233/WOR-2012-1372

Citation: Work, vol. 43, no. 3, pp. 361-368, 2012

Authors: Langerak, Wendy | Langeland, Willie | van Balkom, Anton | Draisma, Stasja | Terluin, Berend | Draijer, Nel

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the criterion validity and the diagnostic accuracy of the Four-Dimensional Symptom Questionnaire (4DSQ) regarding the identification of depressive and anxiety disorders in an insurance medicine setting. Participants: Our sample consisted of 230 individuals who applied for a work disability benefit due to mental health problems. Methods: Depressive and anxiety disorders were assessed using the 4DSQ and the Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI). Internal consistency was determined …by calculating Cronbach's alpha values. Criterion validity was evaluated by regression techniques. A Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) analysis was performed to evaluate diagnostic accuracy. Results: Of the 230 participants 109 (47.4%) had a current DSM-IV depressive disorder and 146 (63.5%) an anxiety disorder. The 4DSQ scales showed an excellent internal consistency. The depression scale of the 4DSQ had specific sensitivity for major depressive disorder. The anxiety scale was also sensitive for the anxiety disorders. The area under the ROC curve (AUC) indicated good diagnostic accuracy of the 4DSQ for assessing depressive and/or anxiety disorders: AUC-value 0.81 for both depression and anxiety. Conclusions: Although the 4DSQ shows good criterion validity and diagnostic accuracy with respect to depressive and anxiety disorders in applicants for a work disability benefit due to mental health problems, the feasibility of the 4DSQ as a screening measure for depressive and anxiety disorders is limited due to the high prevalence of depressive and anxiety disorders. Show more

Keywords: Work disability, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, criterion validity, screening

DOI: 10.3233/WOR-2012-1393

Citation: Work, vol. 43, no. 3, pp. 369-380, 2012

Authors: Albin, Thomas J.

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: Objective: Ergonomic practitioners commonly use observational assessment tools, also known as checklists, to identify job hazards with regard to musculoskeletal disorders. However, it is often difficult to determine how effective such checklists are at identifying jobs in which workers are at risk, which complicates resource allocation. A means of dynamically assessing validity is needed. Method: This paper focuses on a simple technique with which practitioners can assess the probability that a positive checklist indication …accurately identifies an at-risk job. The technique can also be used to study the effect of changes to the checklist and determine whether or not they improve the practical utility of the checklist. Similarly, by manipulating the role of different risk factors assessed on the checklist, it may guide hypotheses as to the relative importance of the risk factors. Finally, the paper briefly suggests the use of control charts to assess and manage inter- and intra-rater reliability rather than more traditional assessment methods such as correlations, Cohen's and Fleiss' kappa. Conclusion: The probability that a checklist correctly identifies jobs with regard to risk of musculoskeletal injury is a useful means of assessing the checklist's validity. Show more

Keywords: Musculoskeletal, MSD, MSD risk factors, MSD checklist, MSD assessment tool

DOI: 10.3233/WOR-2012-1464

Citation: Work, vol. 43, no. 3, pp. 381-385, 2012

Authors: To-Miles, Flora | Shaw, Lynn

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: Objective: This article presents a review of the current literature on knowledge transfer in the use of technology, amongst children and adolescents. Participants: Researchers, teachers, children, adolescents, and related stakeholders are the targeted users of this paper. Methods: A scoping review and detailed analysis of the review based on ergonomic outcomes of comfort, safety and productivity. Results: The review revealed very few studies addressing the knowledge use and transfer with children or adolescents in this …topic area. Current literature on knowledge transfer requires more rigorous evaluation, as well as use of explicit health, occupational and ergonomic outcomes. Conclusions: This paper concludes the need for a call for future research in the area of knowledge transfer to promote healthy and safe use of technology, in the population of children and adolescents. Show more

Keywords: End-users, knowledge use, children and adolescents, technology, ergonomics

DOI: 10.3233/WOR-2012-1463

Citation: Work, vol. 43, no. 3, pp. 387-397, 2012