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Sign language interpreter well-being is neutral regarding health and safety culture. Many interpreters experience incivility and face challenges with physical, mental, and financial health.

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  • Occupational health
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Sign language interpreters are crucial for communication access.
  • Assessing interpreter well-being is vital for workforce sustainability.
  • Limited quantitative data exists on the well-being of sign language interpreters.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantitatively assess the well-being of certified sign language interpreters.
  • To identify specific areas of concern impacting interpreter well-being.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive, cross-sectional study surveyed 170 certified sign language interpreters.
  • The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Worker Well-Being Questionnaire (NIOSH WellBQ) was utilized.
  • Descriptive statistics and internal consistency analysis were performed.

Main Results:

  • Interpreters reported neutral perceptions of workplace health (2.6/4) and safety (2.8/4) cultures.
  • Significant percentages reported work-related incivility: 5% sexual harassment, 13% physical violence, 26% bullying.
  • Interpreters experienced 7-9 days of poor physical/mental health in the past 30 days, with limitations in cognitive functioning (57%) and work capacity (42%).
  • Financial concerns were prevalent, with 43% worried about their standard of living and bills.

Conclusions:

  • The NIOSH WellBQ is a valid tool for assessing interpreter well-being.
  • Future interventions should focus on improving workplace health and safety cultures.
  • Addressing incivility and promoting physical, mental, emotional, cognitive, and financial health are critical for sign language interpreters.