The impact of job stress due to the lack of organisational support on occupational injury

Julià, Mireia; Catalina-Romero, C.; Calvo-Bonacho, Eva; Benavides, Fernando G.

doi:10.1136/oemed-2012-101184

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“…Work-related factors that have been considered include a variety of physical and psychosocial working conditions. Several studies confirmed that dangerous work conditions, job stress, and high physical and mental workload were associated with work accidents and absence [10][11][12][13][14] .…”

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Relationship between non-standard work arrangements and work-related accident absence in Belgium

Alali

Hecke

Clercq

et al. 2017

Journal of Occupational Health

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Objectives:The main objective of this study is to examine the relationship between indicators of nonstandard work arrangements, including precarious contract, long working hours, multiple jobs, shift work, and work-related accident absence, using a representative Belgian sample and considering several sociodemographic and work characteristics. Methods : This study was based on the data of the fifth European Working Conditions Survey ( EWCS ) . For the analysis, the sample was restricted to 3343 respondents from Belgium who were all employed workers. The associations between non-standard work arrangements and workrelated accident absence were studied with multivariate logistic regression modeling techniques while adjusting for several confounders. Results : During the last 12 months, about 11.7% of workers were absent from work because of work-related accident. A multivariate regression model showed an increased injury risk for those performing shift work (OR 1.546, 95% CI 1.074-2.224). The relationship between contract type and occupational injuries was not significant (OR 1.163, 95% CI 0.739-1.831). Furthermore, no statistically significant differences were observed for those performing long working hours (OR 1.217, 95% CI 0.638-2.321) and those performing multiple jobs (OR 1.361, 95% CI 0.827-2.240) in relation to work-related accident absence. Those who rated their health as bad, low educated workers, workers from the construction sector, and those exposed to biomechanical exposure ( BM ) were more frequent victims of workrelated accident absence. No significant gender difference was observed. Conclusion : Indicators of nonstandard work arrangements under this study, except shift work, were not significantly associated with workrelated accident absence. To reduce the burden of occupational injuries, not only risk reduction strategies and interventions are needed but also policy efforts are to be undertaken to limit shift work. In general, preventive measures and more training on the job are needed to ensure the safety and well-being of all workers.

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Relationship between non-standard work arrangements and work-related accident absence in Belgium

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Hecke

Clercq

et al. 2017

Journal of Occupational Health

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“…Recently, a 1-year follow-up prospective study in Spain was conducted to investigate any association between job stress related to organisational support and occupational injuries 21. Lack of organisational support was evaluated by questionnaires and then estimated by index, severity and frequency; all were positively correlated with the risk of occupational injury.…”

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“…In terms of job stress. Recent studies have shown that occupational injury is associated with excessive workload, high cognitive demands and low job satisfaction, high intragroup conflict, job insecurity,19 low decision latitude, conflicts with the supervisor or colleagues,20 lack of organisational support,21 poor physical environment, unfair reward and treatment,22 verbal abuse and low predictability,23 and organisational injustice 24…”

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Association between job stress and occupational injuries among Korean firefighters: a nationwide cross-sectional study

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ObjectiveWe aimed to assess the nature of association between job stress and occupational injuries among firefighters in Korea.DesignCross-sectional study.SettingWe conducted a nationwide survey using self-reported questionnaires in South Korea.ParticipantsA survey was conducted among 30 630 firefighters; 25 616 (83.6%) responded. Our study included firefighters who were 20–59 years old. Individuals with <12 months of current job experience and those with missing data were excluded; ultimately, 14 991 firefighters were analysed.ResultsAmong fire suppression personnel, high job demands (OR=1.49, 95% CI 1.25 to 1.77), high interpersonal conflicts (OR=1.18, 95% CI 1.02 to 1.37), a poor organisational system (OR=1.33, 95% CI 1.14 to 1.55), and a negative workplace environment (OR=1.41, 95% CI 1.21 to 1.64) were associated with the occurrence of occupational injury; high job demands (OR=1.22, 95% CI 1.01 to 1.47) were also associated with the frequency of injuries. Among emergency medical services personnel, high job demands (OR=1.26, 95% CI 1.03 to 1.54), high interpersonal conflicts (OR=1.40, 95% CI 1.19 to 1.66), a poor organisational system (OR=1.55, 95% CI 1.30 to 1.85), lack of reward (OR=1.43, 95% CI 1.21 to 1.69) and a negative workplace environment (OR=1.30, 95% CI 1.10 to 1.54) were associated with the occurrence of occupational injury; low job control (OR=1.20, 95% CI 1.04 to 1.38), high interpersonal conflicts (OR=1.18, 95% CI 1.03 to 1.36), lack of reward (OR=1.17, 95% CI 1.02 to 1.35) and a negative workplace climate (OR=1.16, 95% CI 1.01 to 1.34) were also associated with a greater number of injuries. Among officers, high job demands (OR=1.96, 95% CI 1.35 to 2.85) and a negative workplace environment (OR=1.54, 95% CI 1.13 to 2.10) were associated with the occurrence of occupational injuries; however, there was no significant correlation between job stress and the number of injuries.ConclusionsHigh job stress among firefighters was associated with both the occurrence of occupational injury, and also with an increased frequency of injuries. Therefore, job stress should be addressed to prevent occupational injuries among firefighters.

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“…9 In addition, some studies found that job stress and demanding physical and mental workloads increase the risk for occupational accidents and injuries. 10,11 Hazardous worksite conditions (e.g. loud noise, vibration, extreme temperatures) and a lack of protective equipment and training are other well-documented factors that contribute to injury.…”

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Work accident victims: a comparison between non-standard and standard workers in Belgium

Alali

Wahab

Hecke

2016

International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health

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Background: The fast growth of non-standard employment in developed countries highlights the importance of studying the influence of contract type on worker's safety and health. Objective: The main purpose of our study is to investigate whether non-standard workers are more injured than standard workers or not. Additionally, other risk factors for occupational accidents are investigated. Methods: Data from the Belgian surveys on work ability in 2009 and 2011 are used. During their annual occupational health examination, workers were asked to fill in a self-administered questionnaire. In total, 1886 complete responses are collected and analyzed using logistic regression. Results: Temporary workers did not have higher injury rates than permanent workers [OR 0.5, 95% confidence interval 0.2-1.2]. Low-educated, less-experienced workers and those exposed to dangerous conditions are more frequent victims of occupational accidents. Conclusion: The present data do not support the hypothesis that non-standard workers have more injuries than standard workers. Our results about occupational accidents derived from a non-representative sample of the Belgian workforce and cannot be generalized due to the heterogeneity in job organization and labor regulations between countries. Further research is needed to extend our findings and to seek other factors that may be associated with work accidents.

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The impact of job stress due to the lack of organisational support on occupational injury

Abstract: This prospective study found evidence of an association between the LOS and the incidence of occupational injuries in women, with potential implications for the prevention of accidents at work.

Cited by 30 publications

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Relationship between non-standard work arrangements and work-related accident absence in Belgium

Relationship between non-standard work arrangements and work-related accident absence in Belgium

Association between job stress and occupational injuries among Korean firefighters: a nationwide cross-sectional study

Work accident victims: a comparison between non-standard and standard workers in Belgium

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