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Psychosocial hazard Psychosocial hazards are aspects of work which have the potential to cause psychological or physical harm. There are several types of hazards: • Job demands • Low job control • Poor support • Lack of role clarity • Poor organisational change management • Inadequate reward and recognition • Poor organisational justice • Traumatic events or materials • Remote or isolated work • Poor physical environment • Violence and aggression • Bullying • Systemic discrimination