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EVALUATION OF OCCUPATIONAL STRESS AMONG EMPLOYEES IN SELECTED OIL AND GAS COMPANIES IN RIVERS STATE

Article scientifique 2026 Anglais

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Abstract This study evaluated occupational stress sources, effects, coping mechanisms, and organizational support among 400 frontline employees in selected oil and gas companies in Rivers State, Nigeria, using a descriptive cross-sectional design. Questionnaire measured stress on a 5-point Likert scale (1=Never to 5=Always for stress/coping/effects; 1=Not available at all to 5=Very effective for organizational support), with means (M) representing average scores and standard deviations (SD) indicating variability. Key findings include high overall stress (M=3.49, SD=0.76), driven by fear of accidents/security threats (M=3.84, SD=1.10) and hazardous exposures (M=3.68, SD=1.00). Stress effects were pronounced (M=3.23, SD=0.87), particularly in absenteeism/turnover intentions (M=3.55, SD=1.09) and fatigue (M=3.49, SD=1.07). Coping adoption was strong (M=3.55, SD=0.90), emphasizing prayer (M=4.36, SD=0.95) and family support (M=3.50, SD=1.07). Organizational support lagged (M=2.85, SD=0.78), with Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) scoring lowest (M=2.43, SD=1.28). All null hypotheses were rejected: ANOVA showed company-type stress differences (F=135.89, p<.001); regression confirmed stress predicts performance effects (R²=.550, β=.742, p<.001); t-tests revealed gender coping variations (p<.01); and multiple regression explained support predictors (R²=.614, p<.001). Theoretically grounded in Transactional, COR, DCS, JDC, and ERI models, results highlight Niger Delta-specific vulnerabilities, urging mandatory audits, culturally integrated EAPs, and equitable policies to mitigate $500 million annual losses from stress-related absenteeism and enhance workforce resilience. Keywords: Occupational Stress, Employees, Oil And Gas

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Chinaza, A., Alabo, D., Amah, D. (2026). EVALUATION OF OCCUPATIONAL STRESS AMONG EMPLOYEES IN SELECTED OIL AND GAS COMPANIES IN RIVERS STATE. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21357438

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Agunelu Providence Chinaza Dr. A. Big Alabo Dr. Victor E. Amah

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