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

THIS BOOK MAKES SO MUCH SENSE, builder or not, hairy arse or not. Dave Lee has written the book from the perspective, and in the language and style of a hairy arsed builder: simple, to the point, yet effective using various strategies - or as Lee refers to them - 'tools' to get the job done. Lee's tools for peace of mind are not rocket science. Everyone will claim to think that they know them and use them already. But the truth is: if we all were using them, then how come the world is as it is? A straight-talking bloke, Lee has no time for convoluted, air-fairy, woo-faffy psycho-babble: this man says it as he see's it. Dave Lee should be praised for having the courage & balls to write this book. There are countless self help books on the market today, what makes this book so magical is its target audience...You won't need a degree & a dictionary to 'get' this book and it's all the more better for it! "Having heard much about this book from its Genesis to completion I have now had the privilege of reading the completed work. Working in a Construction environment can be stressful at whatever level you participate but it is a macho industry, very few would even admit to suffering from stress let alone take advice on how to handle it. If this about sums you up take my advice, buy this book in secret and read it under the bed clothes at night! Dave writes from experience, his common sense approach on how to return the "curved balls" life sometimes throws at us is refreshing in its simplicity. There are plenty of pointers as to how to fill your toolbox with all the tools you may need for this DIY approach to managing stress. If you are not a hairy arsed builder don't be put off. Dave's approach to improving the management of life could smooth your path wherever you choose to walk." Mick Hawkins Senior Site Manager "Before I read the hairy arse builders book I was depressed and I felt very lost in myself. I was and still am going through a very very rough time at home and unfortunately I turned to drink and drugs...which didn't help one bit; but when I read this book I knew what I was doing wrong in my life and it helped me a lot. I have finally realised that I no longer need to be a grumpy, angry and stress-filled depressed teenager. I am extremely grateful for what Dave and his book has done for me and I am proud to say I am so much more happy than I was! If I was a book critic I would honestly give this book a great big whopping 10/10 because I know that it will help other people just like its helped me." S aged 15 of Brighton

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.

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.

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.

Work in the construction industry is particularly tough. It demands excessively long hours and frequent weekend work. Other characteristics are particularly marked, such as re-location, job insecurity and distinctive behavioural patterns, which negatively affect employees’ personal lives further. Work–life balance has emerged as one of the most pressing management issues in the 21st century. For construction managers dealing with traditional models of work and rigid work schedules, the issue may be especially difficult to manage, and yet the work–life balance is now recognised as an issue of strategic importance to the construction industry. It is critical to the construction industry’s continued ability to attract and retain a talented workforce, and it is also inextricably linked to organizational effectiveness and employees’ well-being. This book presents the argument for the management of work–life balance in the construction industry. It maps the changes to the workforce demographic profile and the changing expectations relating to work and personal life that occurred during the second half of the 20th century. Legal imperatives for managing work–life balance are set out. It also presents work–life balance theory and discusses the practical implications of research, along with extensive empirical data collected from the industry. Lastly, practical advice is provided about what construction organizations can and should do to manage work–life balance. This provides a unique guide to a key issue.