1. Workplace Stress

2. long term, continuous is not
Workplace Stress.
Definition:
A physical and emotional response.
Fight or flight = adrenaline release = pulse up, breathing deepens, muscles tense.
Short term is OK,
long term, continuous is not

3. Cause
A conflict between…. the demands on a worker and the amount of control the worker has over meeting these demands.

4. The workplace can affect your physical and mental health.
Effects
The workplace can affect your physical and mental health.
Illness, absenteeism
Morale, values
Your health will affect your
productivity and efficiency.
Speed
Accuracy
Quality
Co-operation
Effort
Honesty

5. Responsibilities
Therefore, employees, employers, and workplace designers share the responsibility and an interest in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

6. Job Conditions That Can Create Stress:
The Design of Tasks
Heavy workload
Infrequent breaks
Long working hours and shift work
A hectic pace
Routine tasks that have little meaning
Under-utilization of skills
Little sense of control

7. Job Conditions That Can Create Stress:
Management style
Lack of participation in decision-making
Poor communication in the organization
Lack of family-friendly policies

8. Job Conditions That Can Create Stress:
Interpersonal relationships
Poor or limited social environment
Lack of support from co-workers
Harassment or discrimination

9. Job Conditions That Can Create Stress:
Work roles
Conflicting or uncertain job expectations
Too much responsibility
Too many roles to fill

10. Job Conditions That Can Create Stress:
Career Concerns
Job insecurity
Lack of opportunity for growth
No advancement or promotion
Change without preparation or warning

11. Job Conditions That Can Create Stress:
Environmental Conditions
Unpleasant or hazardous physical conditions
Crowding, noise,
air pollution,
ergonomic problems.

12. Symptoms of Stress Frequent anger and frustration
Nail biting or teeth grinding
Decreased productivity at work
Absenteeism
Avoidance of others
Change in personal appearance
Sleep disorders
Depression and anxiety
Tense muscles and backache
Pounding or racing heart
Increased perspiration
Forgetfulness and lack of
concentration
A desire to run away or cry
Loss of confidence
Irritability or edginess

13. Managing Stress. Eat properly Exercise regularly Get enough sleep
Form realistic goals
Learn to relax
Create or maintain a stable personal Life
Manage what is controllable
Modify what cannot be controlled
Prioritize
Avoid multitasking
Develop or maintain a sense of humor