Integrated Psychosocial Risk Management Model for the Georgian Healthcare Sector
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This article presents an integrated psychosocial risk management model for the Georgian healthcare sector, developed on the basis of international standards and adapted to the specific needs and characteristics of Georgia’s healthcare system. The research findings indicate that: (1) effective psychosocial risk management requires consideration of local realities, including natural conditions, economic capacities, and cultural factors; and (2) international experience provides best practices that can be successfully integrated into the national healthcare system. The proposed model integrates mechanisms for psychosocial hazard identification, psychosocial risk assessment, prioritization, prevention, and continuous improvement. The framework introduces several key components, including the Psychosocial Hazard Passport (PHP), the Psychosocial Risk Index (PRI), and an Early Warning System (EWS) for the timely identification and management of emerging psychosocial risks. The proposed model aims to strengthen psychosocial risk management practices in Georgian healthcare institutions, reduce occupational burnout, promote the protection of employees’ mental health, and foster a proactive occupational safety culture.
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