What is stress?

Stress is the body's reaction to a change that requires a physical, mental or emotional adjustment
or response. Stress can come from any situation or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry,
nervous, or anxious.
Stress Factor In The Workplace
Type of Work

Modifying the source of stress :

Work that is tedious or repetitive

Too much work burden and less time to
relax

Responsibilities

SAFETY BULETIN:

There is no clear responsibility (task

conflict)
Responsible for the work of others rather
than their own work

Relation between colleague

Method to reduce stress

Ineffective communication
Interruption of work (bullying) and sexual
harassment

Problem solving by discussion

Good job planning
A wise time management
Communicate more effectively
Modify the source of stress in
organizations such as policies,
procedures and time is not flexible

Avoid stress by:

Avoid excessive workload

Know their own limit
Refuse to do something beyond their
own ability
To work in cooperation

Uncomfortable Environment
Increase endurance with:

Noisy, hot and crowded workplace

Management and Organization

A culture of blaming the workers

No support, lack of appreciation and there
is no incentive
Lack of support to improve their career difficult to get promoted

Adopt a healthy lifestyle(exercise, a

balanced diet)
Relaxing the mind (do practices such as
breathing exercises and progressive
muscle relaxation)
Think positively
Able to accept criticism in a positive
way

Advantages of stress reduction toward company

Less absenteeism due to stress-related disorders

Less worker's compensation loss due to stress-related illness or accidents
Improved job performance and less stressful, more efficient workplace
Improved employee attitude and overall health

Prepared by: AIMAN BIN AMINUDIN