| Popis: |
Train accidents are a major cause of concern. Among the several factors which hamper safe train operations, the psychosocial factor is one such risk factor that can affect both physical and mental health and organizational outcomes such as work performance and effectiveness thereby contributing to accidents. The contribution of psychosocial factors has been explored in the field of health but not much has been done in the field of train driving. The study aims to identify the psychosocial factors which hinder safe train operations by developing a scale, especially for Indian Railway train drivers. The scale was developed based on findings of the pilot study, and a review of relevant literature. Train Drivers presently working in the Indian railways formed the sample of the study. Data was collected were subjected to content analysis, descriptive statistics, factor analysis, reliability, validity and correlation analysis. The scale developed consists of 31 items, measures five psychosocial parameters; job demands, noncompliance, personal issues, work-related factors, and work engagement. These five psychosocial factors were recognized as highly contributory to accidents in both qualitative and quantitative studies. |
