Browsing Economic and Management Sciences by Subject "Work stress"
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Burnout and engagement of student leaders in a higher education institution
(North-West University, 2004)Extensive research on burnout in different occupational fields has taken place internationally. However, no studies on students at higher education institutions in South Africa have been performed. The objective of this ... -
The effect of job insecurity and restructuring on the safety performance in the chemical manufacturing industry
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)Background: Since the implementation of the new Sasol business model, the recordable incident case rate at the Sasol chemical operations plant, increased dramatically. It is therefore imperative that attention is focused ... -
The implementation of a health risk management strategy : the case of the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)The well-being of employees is at the nucleus of Government’s ability to render quality services and to adhere to its constitutional mandate. Amongst the values and principles guiding public administration, as provided for ... -
Job demands–resources theory, health and well–being in South Africa
(North-West University, 2012)Work stress has a substantial impact on employees, organisations and economies; especially in the fragile economic environment since the ‘Great Recession’ of 2008; which has seen employment levels drop and employees willing ... -
Job insecurity, job satisfaction, social support and general health of educators in the Sedibeng West Municipal District
(North-West University, 2009)Education is recognised worldwide as one of the most stressful work environments. Contributing factors include poor remuneration, workload. poor administrative support. Poor relationships with colleagues and superiors. a ... -
Job insecurity: assessment, causes and consequences in a South African gold mining group
(North-West University, 2012)Job insecurity in the workplace has become an increasingly important trend in organisational research. The appraisal of job insecurity by individuals plays a significant part in how reactions manifest in the experiences ... -
The relationship between work stress and job performance in a Public Sector Service Organization
(North-West University (South Africa), 2012)The aim of the present study was to establish the relationship between work stress and job performance. Data were collected through the use of questionnaires administered to 70 middle managers in a public sector service ... -
The relationship of work stress and job insecurity with workplace safety compliance, job satisfaction and commitment in a mine
(North-West University, 2010)The reduction of workplace accidents and improvement of workplace safety is a concern for most mining houses. Pressure from the labour movement and legislative requirements do not make the burden any lighter. There are ... -
Role–specific stress, physical and psychological health and social support in a mining training academy
(North-West University, 2011)The mining industry in South Africa plays a significant role in the economy of the country. South Africa is rated as one of the world’s largest producers of key reserves - gold, manganese ore and platinum– and the high ...