Stress Check Services
What is the Stress Check?
The Stress Check is a standardized questionnaire used to assess employees’ psychological stress levels.
In Japan, companies with a worksite with 50 or more regularly employed workers are legally required to conduct the Stress Check at least once a year. The purpose of the Stress Check is to help employees become aware of their own stress levels and promote self-care, while also enabling employers to identify workplace factors that may contribute to stress and take steps to improve the overall work environment.
What Companies Need to Do to Stay Compliant
Step | 01 |
Conduct the Stress
Check every year
All applicable companies must conduct the Stress Check once a year.
Step | 02 |
Submit an Annual Report
to the Labor Office
Companies must submit a report to the labor office each year to confirm that the Stress Check has been conducted.
Step | 03 |
Provide Support
for High-Stress Employees
Companies must offer employees identified as high-stress the opportunity to request an interview with an Occupational Health Physician.
Strengths of Peacemind’s Stress Check Services
01 |
Bilingual End-to-End Implementation Support
Struggling with government guidance that is available only in Japanese?
Peacemind provides comprehensive bilingual support throughout the entire process, from initial compliance consultation to full implementation.
Our dedicated bilingual team is ready to assist with any questions related to the Stress Check system.
02 |
Easy Access with Flexible Language Options
Peacemind’s Stress Check system is designed for accessibility and convenience:
Available on both smartphones and PCs, allowing employees to complete the assessment anytime and anywhere
Offered in both Japanese and English, ensuring an inclusive experience for all employees
*Please note that while the employee assessment is available in both English and Japanese, the administrative screen is provided in Japanese.
03 |
Strong Information Security
Peacemind’s platform is built with a strong commitment to protecting sensitive data and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Certifications:
PrivacyMark Certification (No. 10840258)
ISO 27001 Information Security Management Standard (ISMS Certification No. JICQA I406)
Case Study
Number of employees: 40-50, approaching the legal threshold
Status: No Japanese-speaking HR personnel, facing challenges in understanding regulations and preparing for compliance
Peacemind provided full bilingual support, clearly explaining legal requirements in English, guiding the client through the process, and implementing the Stress Check system in both English and Japanese, resulting in a smooth, compliant rollout before reaching 50 employees and establishing a sustainable process for future annual requirements.
FAQ
Q. | What does “50 or more employees at a worksite” (the legal threshold for implementing the Stress Check) mean? |
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A. | This refers to any worksite (such as an office or factory) where 50 or more employees are regularly working, including part-time workers. |
Q. | Who needs to take the Stress Check? |
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A. | Employees who work in Japan are required to take the Stress Check. |
Q. | How long will it take to implement the Stress Check in the first year? |
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A. | Preparation typically takes 3 to 6 months in the first year. |
Q. | Can we implement the Stress Check even if we do not have an occupational health organization in place? |
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A. | We will guide you through the necessary steps and support you in establishing the required framework step by step. |
Q. | Do we have to come up with our own questions? |
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A. | Peacemind’s Stress Check system provides a set of questions that comply with Japanese labor laws, ensuring legal compliance. The basic service package includes either 57 or 80 questions. |
If you have any more questions, please contact us using the form below.
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