The fatigue in workers of Iran Central Iron Ore Company in Yazd

Abstract

Aims: To evaluate fatigue, sub-dimensions, and job satisfaction among workers of Iran Central Iron Ore Co., and obtain the relationship between them. Materials and Methods: In a cross-sectional study, fatigue and the dimensionality were measured using Iranian version of Piper Fatigue Scale questionnaire (PFS). Job satisfaction was estimated with the job satisfaction scale (JSS) as well. Results: The score of severe fatigue in four sub-scale/dimensions and total fatigue scores were: 11.9, 15.2, 11.3, 10.8 and 10.6%, respectively. Furthermore, there was significant difference between total fatigue and all its sub-dimensions in relation to job satisfaction of workers. Conclusions: Fatigue has caused job dissatisfaction of participants in our study, therefore we should note that the nature of fatigue may affect the psychological aspects of industrial workforce and can be harmful for business activities.

Contributors to Fatigue of Mine Workers in the South African Gold and Platinum Sector

“…However, previous studies have found mixed results. Some studies have linked older age and a lack of education to higher levels of fatigue, whereas other studies found that fatigue was associated with younger age and that there was no association between education and fatigue [19], [21], [23], [36]. Di Milia et al [23] did note, however, that workers with higher socioeconomic status, which is related to educational level, could be more at risk of mental fatigue than workers with lower socioeconomic status.…”

“…Lower levels of fatigue were reported by participants who considered their health to be good. The association between health and fatigue was expected as fatigue can result from poor health and disease [18], [19], [21]. Fatigue and circadian disruptions have also been identified as causes of health problems [17], [23].…”

“…Higher fatigue could have been a cause or consequence of lower job satisfaction and higher stress in the participants. Halvani et al [19] found that fatigue was significantly associated with job satisfaction. In addition, fatigue and disturbed sleep have been associated with psychological disorders including depression and burnout and higher levels of stress [18], [21], [43], [44].…”

“…Fatigue is a causal or contributing factor to accidents and injuries in the mining industry [15]. Increased levels of fatigue lead to reduced levels of alertness, coordination, judgment, and motivation and impaired mood and job satisfaction [16], [17], [18], [19]. Job satisfaction refers to perceptions or attitudes that people have toward their work [20].…”

“…Work-related causes include shift schedules, task requirements, and work and environmental conditions [14], [21], [23]. Individual and nonwork causes include differences with age, sex, education, poor diet, drug and alcohol use, inadequate sleep and rest, medical conditions, psychological issues such as stress, and demanding activities or commitments outside of work [16], [19], [21], [23], [24], [25], [26]. Socioeconomic conditions that potentially contribute to increased fatigue of mine workers include poor housing, overcrowding, and long commuting times, which can disrupt sleep and limit sleep time, and financial constraints to affording necessities such as decent food, housing, and basic services; socioeconomic and living conditions are also associated with psychosocial factors, lifestyle, and health [21], [27], [28].…”