Stress Management in the Construction Industry

Stress Management in the Construction Industry
Author: Mei-yung Leung
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 277
Release: 2015-03-16
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1118456416

This systematic review of stress management in construction will help an understanding of the issues and theory as well as offering practical recommendations. addresses the growing concern to make work in construction healthier, safer, and more productive integrates research results, survey statistics and scenario analyses to reveal underlying causes of stress offers recommendations for reducing Stress

Work Stress Induced Chronic Diseases in Construction

Work Stress Induced Chronic Diseases in Construction
Author: Imriyas Kamardeen
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2021-04-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000367908

This book aims to fill a gap in the current construction health and safety research and discover new knowledge about work stress induced chronic diseases among construction industry professionals. In achieving these aims, the book investigates: the nature and extent of psychosocial stressors experienced by construction professionals, stress management tactics applied and the impact on mental health the prevalence and occurrence patterns of serious chronic conditions such as insomnia, obesity, musculoskeletal disorders and vision impairment aetiological pathways from job stressors through chronic diseases to job performance. While there are many studies, policies and regulations aiming to look after the health of construction workers, little attention is paid to construction professionals. By applying advanced analytical methods to data collected in a national survey of construction professionals in Australia, the author presents new scientific evidence which can be used to help establish equitable workers' compensation treatments and outcomes for construction professionals in line with other professions. Moreover, the research and analysis are underpinned by theories and literature from public health and epidemiological disciplines in addition to literature from construction, and work health, safety and wellbeing domains. It is essential reading for any health policy makers and researchers in the fields of health and safety and construction management.

Organizational Stress Around the World

Organizational Stress Around the World
Author: Kajal A. Sharma
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2021-01-28
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1000317633

Stress is defined as a feeling experienced when a person perceives that demands exceed the personal and social resources the individual is able to mobilize. It can occur due to environmental issues, such as a looming work deadline, or psychological, for example, persistent worry about familial problems. While the acute response to life-threatening circumstances can be life-saving, research reveals that the body’s stress response is largely similar when it reacts to less threatening but chronically present stressors such as work overload, deadline pressures and family conflicts. It is proffered that chronic activation of stress response in the body can lead to several pathological changes such as elevated blood pressure, clogging of blood vessels, anxiety, depression, and addiction. Organizational Stress Around the World: Research and Practice aims to present a sound theoretical and empirical basis for understanding the evolving and changing nature of stress in contemporary organizations. It presents research that expands theory and practice by addressing real-world issues, across cultures and by providing multiple perspectives on organizational stress and research relevant to different occupational settings and cultures. Personal, occupational, organizational, and societal issues relevant to stress identification along with management techniques/approach to confront stress and its associated problems at individual and organizational level are also explored. It will be of value to researchers, academics, practitioners, and students interested in stress management research.

Attitudes to Psychological Stress Among Construction Professionals

Attitudes to Psychological Stress Among Construction Professionals
Author: Alan Patching
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2022-03-04
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 3030937763

This book investigates attitudes to the avoidance and management of stress by project managers within the professional construction industry. The author argues that a widespread toxic culture belonging to the industry substantially contributes to industry stress, and analyses stress impacts among construction professionals, as well as the industry-specific causes of stress. The impacts and causes of stress of construction project managers are compared with those of other employees in the construction industry and with attitudes from across broader industry. The author concludes by establishing a leadership model for government and private organisations to effectively address a construction industry systemic problem head on.

Proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021)

Proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021)
Author: Nancy L. Black
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 865
Release: 2021-06-12
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3030746143

This book presents the proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021), held online on June 13-18, 2021. By highlighting the latest theories and models, as well as cutting-edge technologies and applications, and by combining findings from a range of disciplines including engineering, design, robotics, healthcare, management, computer science, human biology and behavioral science, it provides researchers and practitioners alike with a comprehensive, timely guide on human factors and ergonomics. It also offers an excellent source of innovative ideas to stimulate future discussions and developments aimed at applying knowledge and techniques to optimize system performance, while at the same time promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of individuals. The proceedings include papers from researchers and practitioners, scientists and physicians, institutional leaders, managers and policy makers that contribute to constructing the Human Factors and Ergonomics approach across a variety of methodologies, domains and productive sectors. This volume includes papers addressing the following topics: Working with Computer Systems, Human Modelling and Simulation, Neuroergonomics, Biomechanics, Affective Design, Anthropometry, Advanced Imaging.

Collaboration and Integration in Construction, Engineering, Management and Technology

Collaboration and Integration in Construction, Engineering, Management and Technology
Author: Syed M. Ahmed
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 651
Release: 2020-12-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030484653

This book gathers papers presented at the 11th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century, held in London in 2019. Bringing together a diverse group of government agencies, academics, professionals, and students, the book addresses issues related to construction safety, innovative technologies, lean and sustainable construction, international construction, improving quality and productivity, and innovative materials in the construction industry. In addition, it highlights international collaborations between various disciplines in the areas of construction, engineering, management, and technology. The book demonstrates that, as the industry moves forward in an ever-complex global economy, multi-national collaboration is crucial, and its future growth will undoubtedly depend on international teamwork and alliances.

Job Control and Worker Health

Job Control and Worker Health
Author: Steven L. Sauter
Publisher: Wiley
Total Pages: 332
Release: 1989-11-24
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9780471923558

This collection of articles by leading international psychologists and occupational health researchers discusses the effect of job control on worker health. Presents the theory of job control, considers its importance, and reviews recent research findings concerning the effects of job control (or lack of thereof) on worker health.

Strategic Safety Management in Construction and Engineering

Strategic Safety Management in Construction and Engineering
Author: Patrick X. W. Zou
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2015-03-26
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1118839358

Although the construction and engineering sector makes important contributions to the economic, social, and environmental objectives of a nation, it has a notorious reputation for being an unsafe industry in which to work. Despite the fact that safety performance in the industry has improved, injuries and fatalities still occur frequently. To address this, the industry needs to evolve further by integrating safety into all decision making processes. Strategic Safety Management in Construction and Engineering takes a broad view of safety from a strategic decision making and management perspective with a particular focus on the need to balance and integrate ‘science’ and ‘art’ when implementing safety management. The principles covered here include the economics of safety, safety climate and culture, skills for safety, safety training and learning, safety in design, risk management, building information modelling, and safety research methods and the research-practice nexus. They are integrated into a strategic safety management framework which comprises strategy development, implementation, and evaluation. Practical techniques are included to apply the principles in the context of the construction and engineering industry and projects. Case studies are also provided to demonstrate the localised context and applications of the principles and techniques in practice.