For over 20 years, the Work Climate Survey has been used in a wide variety of organizations to measure the sense of community, shared vision and positive outlook in work groups. It consists of 18 statements that would be true when a healthy and productive work climate is present. The sense of community is expressed in five statements. Shared vision is expressed in six statements. Positive outlook is expressed in seven statements. Those taking the survey express their level of agreement that a statement is true for their work group. Respondents select from a five-point scale: (5) Strongly Agree, (4) Agree, (3) Undecided/Don't Know, (2) Disagree, and (1) Strongly Disagree. In addition, there is a comment section for additional feedback. Completing the anonymous survey takes approximately 10 minutes.

Survey Statements

Sense of Community Statements

1. I have gotten to really know my coworkers (more than just knowing what jobs they do).

2. I feel as if I belong here.

3. Coworkers would care for me in a time of need.

4. I trust the people I work with.

5. I feel comfortable saying what is on my mind.

Shared Vision Statements

1. I share common values with my coworkers.

2. I am able to explain the mission of the organization.

3. I recognize how my own day-to-day activities contribute to the organization's mission.

4. I view my work group's conduct as consistent with its stated purpose and values.

5. I see my work group as having a clear and consistent direction.

6. Overall, I find my work inspiring.

Positive Outlook Statements

1. I am proud of the contribution this organization is making.

2. My contribution to this organization is recognized.

3. In this organization, group or work team achievements are celebrated.

4. People in my work group have a "can do" attitude.

5. In my workplace, conflicts are resolved in positive ways.

6. Among my immediate coworkers, difficult assignments are treated not as problems, but rather as special challenges and opportunities.

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