Dobson M, et al. – The correlations between the organization of transit work, stress, and health including obesity were inspected during this trial, from the perspective of operators. New, as well as affirmative findings, were presented regarding stress and transit work organization, health, and weight in operators. The data would assist in prospective survey research and interventions in the study cohort.

Methods

• This study carried out 5 focus groups at five Divisions in a transit authority in Southern California.
• 65 bus and rail operators were recruited.

Results

• A great deal of stress was reported by the opreators, associated to their work.
• It comprised of:
• 1) Time pressures and lack of recovery time.
• 2) Long work shifts and overtime.
• 3) Unsafe feeling when dealing with the public.
• 4) Lack of respect from supervisors and management.
• They were of the belief that stressful working conditions exerted a negative effect on their health and weight.