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  • Occupational Health
  • Psychology
  • Transportation Safety

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  • Burnout syndrome, a state of exhaustion from chronic stress, is a significant occupational health issue.
  • It leads to increased absenteeism, workplace accidents, and injuries among workers.
  • Professional drivers are particularly vulnerable due to job demands and stress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a predictive model for burnout syndrome in professional drivers.
  • To identify key indicators contributing to burnout in this population.
  • To inform interventions aimed at mitigating burnout and its consequences.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 523 professional drivers from various transport sectors.
  • Non-probability sampling was used for participant recruitment.
  • Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 25.0.

Main Results:

  • Fatigue was the strongest predictor of exhaustion (48.8%).
  • Emotional stability best predicted professional efficiency (39.8%).
  • Lack of motivation was the most significant predictor of cynicism (28%).

Conclusions:

  • The study identified key predictors of burnout components in professional drivers.
  • Understanding these factors is crucial for designing targeted interventions.
  • Reducing burnout can decrease sick leave, prevent accidents, and enhance driver well-being.