IJFANS International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences

ISSN PRINT 2319 1775 Online 2320-7876

EXPLORING THE MAJOR FACTORS INFLUENCING OCCUPATIONAL STRESS AMONG CONSTRUCTION WORKERS

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B. Durga Devi,Dr. S. Anthony Rahul Golden,

Abstract

Occupational stress among construction workers is a crucial concern in today’s fastpaced and demanding work environment. Construction sites are known to be challenging work setting due to high risk nature of the job, physical demands, time pressure and constantly changing conditions. The main of the study is to examine the important factors which influenced by occupational stressors that these the workers face and their impact on their mental and physical well-being. It is important to understand the stressors that construction workers encounter on a daily basis. This stressor can stem from work related factors such as long working hours, tight deadlines, job insecurity and frequent changes in work environment, poor interpersonal relationship, excessive workload and lack of control over work related decision. Additionally, construction workers may also face stressors outside of work such as financial burdens, family issues and health concerns. It highlights the need for interventions and support systems to alleviate the stressors faced by construction workers. Both Primary and secondary data were used for this study, 120 sample respondents were taken randomly for analysis purpose. Based on the findings, the researcher recommendations can be made for implementing measures such as training programs, improving safety standards, providing mental health support, and fostering better work-life balance to enhance overall well-being

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