Workplace Aggression Scale (WPAS) Test
Understand how aggression shows up at work in just 7 minutes. With 35 items, it pinpoints covert, passive, and overt patterns to guide targeted HR and coaching action.
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Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Open aggression (Oa)
Average
2.7
Normal range
2.1 — 3.2
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5
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Obstructionism (O)
Average
3.4
Normal range
2.7 — 4.1
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5
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Expression of hostility (Eoh)
Average
2.6
Normal range
2.1 — 3.1
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5
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Workplace Aggression Index (WAI)
Average
3.4
Normal range
2.8 — 4
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5
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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this questionnaire assess?
It assesses how workplace conflict may be expressed through hostility, obstructionism, and overt aggression. It helps describe the pattern and intensity of these behaviors within work relationships.
How is aggressive behavior grouped in the results?
Scores are reported for three areas: expression of hostility, obstructionism, and overt aggression. Higher scores indicate a greater tendency toward that form of behavior.
How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?
Completion typically takes about 7 minutes. The questionnaire contains 35 statements.
How should responses be selected?
Each statement should be rated based on what is typical, not what seems acceptable or expected. Responses should reflect behavior and attitudes in workplace interactions.
How should the results be used and interpreted?
Results support screening and planning for conflict prevention, team development, and targeted intervention. Interpretation should be made alongside other information and is not a clinical diagnosis.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
About This Assessment
Workplace Aggression Scale (WPAS) Test - Symptoms and Signs
This measure is designed to assess patterns of aggressive behavior and interpersonal tension in workplace settings. The Workplace Aggression Scale (WPAS) is a brief self-report inventory intended to help characterize how aggression may be expressed at work.
The instrument includes 35 items and typically requires about 7 minutes to complete. Item content generally reflects multiple forms of workplace aggression, including covert hostility, obstructive or passive-aggressive behaviors, and more overt acts of aggression.
The Workplace Aggression Scale (WPAS) may be used in organizational, consultation, or clinical contexts to support screening and case formulation related to workplace conflict. Mark Perry is listed as the author.
Author: arnold-h-buss, Mark Perry
Literature: Neuman, J. H., & Baron, R. A. Workplace violence and workplace aggression: Evidence concerning specific forms, potential causes, and preferred targets. Journal of Management. 1998.; Buss, A. H., & Perry, M. The aggression questionnaire. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. 1992.
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