Resilience and Psychosocial Risks in Professional Service Members

Occupational Safety and Operational Contexts

Abstract

In the line of duty, professional personnel – particularly firefighters and soldiers – face significant psychosocial risks associated with interventions, alongside physical dangers. This study aims to examine the relationship between resilience and occupational safety within these occupational groups, based on both domestic and international literature. The author analyses how psychological resilience functions not only as a mental health protective factor but also as a direct determinant of occupational safety and adherence to rules. The paper discusses in detail the manifestation of resilience at individual, team, and organisational levels, with particular emphasis on cohesion and leadership support. The results indicate that although resilience is a developable competence, hierarchical organisational culture and stigmatisation of mental health often hinder the implementation of effective programmes. The study concludes that developing organisational resilience and managing psychosocial risks are vital elements of modern operational safety.