The Psychological Safety Audit
The research-backed checklist to assess whether your team actually feels safe to speak up—or just thinks they should.
“Psychological Safety” Has Become Corporate Buzzword
Everyone talks about psychological safety, but most teams have no idea how to actually measure it. Generic surveys and feel-good team exercises miss the subtle behavioral indicators that research shows actually matter.
The Gap
Studies show 67% of leaders believe their teams have high psychological safety, while only 29% of team members agree. Most assessment tools measure what people think they should say, not what they actually experience.
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This free checklist is based on Amy Edmondson’s original research plus 15 additional studies on team safety indicators. It reveals what to actually look for—and what most teams get wrong.
Whats Included
25-Point Behavioral Assessment
Observable behaviors that indicate true psychological safety
Red Flag Indicators
Implementation Guide
Research Bibliography
Team Discussion Framework
Who this is perfect for
Team Leaders
HR Professionals
Move beyond generic surveys to assess what actually drives team performance.
Consultants & Coaches
Use research-backed assessment tools with your clients instead of subjective opinions.
Anyone Building Teams
Understand what psychological safety actually looks like in practice.
Based on Real Research
This audit combines Amy Edmondson’s foundational psychological safety research with studies from organizational psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics. Every indicator is tied to peer-reviewed research, not consultant opinions.
Key Studies Included:
❯ Edmondson (1999) & Foundational Research
❯ Google’s Project Aristotle Findings
❯ Gallup’s Q12 Research on Engagement
❯ Studies on Remote & Diverse Team Dynamics
Get The Research-Backed Checklist
No fluff. No feel-good questions. Just behavioral indicators that actually predict team performance.