A preliminary evaluation of SOLVE: addressing psychosocial problems at work

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Workplace Psychology
• Public Health Interventions

Background:

• The International Labour Organization (ILO) developed the SOLVE intervention to address psychosocial problems in the workplace.
• SOLVE targets issues including job stress, workplace violence, substance abuse, and HIV/AIDS.
• Despite widespread implementation, empirical evidence of SOLVE's effectiveness was lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

• To empirically assess the effectiveness of the International Labour Organization's SOLVE workplace intervention.
• To evaluate the impact of SOLVE training on participant knowledge related to psychosocial health and safety.

Main Methods:

• A pre- and posttest design was employed to measure knowledge acquisition.
• Data were collected from 268 participants across 15 SOLVE courses in 7 countries.
• Knowledge gains were analyzed in relation to course, language, and country.

Main Results:

• Participant knowledge significantly improved after attending the SOLVE training.
• Knowledge gains were consistent across different courses, languages, and countries.
• The intervention demonstrated a positive impact on learning outcomes globally.

Conclusions:

• The SOLVE intervention is an effective tool for enhancing knowledge on managing workplace psychosocial issues.
• The program's effectiveness is robust across diverse international contexts.
• Further research should focus on continued intervention development and comprehensive assessment.