Perceived Stress among Malaysian Railway Workers
Sami Abdo Radman Al-Dubai1, Kurubaran Ganasegeran2, Ramadan Elkalmi3
1Faculty of Medicine, SEGI University, Jalan Teknologi, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences : MJMS
|December 2, 2016
Summary
Railway workers in Malaysia experience significant stress. Higher education and blue-collar roles are linked to lower perceived stress levels in this occupational group.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
- Transportation Science
Background:
- Work-related stress is a global issue affecting employees.
- Railway workers face unique stressors due to strict protocols and limited rest.
- Understanding stress factors in this demographic is crucial for well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the prevalence and intensity of stress among Malaysian railway workers.
- To identify demographic and occupational factors associated with perceived stress.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional postal survey was administered to 729 railway workers at Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad.
- The study utilized the validated Malay version of the Perceived Stress Scale-10 (PSS-10).
- A response rate of 70.4% (513 participants) was achieved.
Main Results:
- The average age of participants was 41.4 years, with most being 30 or older.
- The mean perceived stress score was 18.8 (SD 4.3).
- Higher education levels and white-collar job roles were significantly associated with increased perceived stress.
Conclusions:
- Education level and job type are significant predictors of perceived stress in Malaysian railway workers.
- Findings suggest a need for targeted interventions based on educational background and job classification.
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