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http://dx.doi.org/10.5345/JKIBC.2014.14.2.150

Factors Influencing the Work Ability of Building Construction Field Managers  

Shin, Jung-Hyun (Department of Architectural Engineering, Daegu University)
Lee, Woo-Hwan (Department of Architectural Engineering, Daegu University)
Choi, Young-Wha (Department of Architectural Engineering, Daegu University)
An, Sung-Hoon (Department of Architectural Engineering, Daegu University)
Publication Information
Journal of the Korea Institute of Building Construction / v.14, no.2, 2014 , pp. 150-155 More about this Journal
Abstract
The success of construction projects is heavily dependent on the work ability of the field managers who manage the execution of projects. The work ability of field managers is influenced by various elements such as job stress and individual characteristics. The purpose of this study is to reveal the factors influencing the work ability of construction field managers in Korea. Work ability is evaluated bases on the Work Ability Index(WAI) developed by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, while job stress is measured using the Korean Occupational Stress Questionnaire Short Form developed by the Korean Occupational Safety & Health Agency. The results showed that field managers under higher job stress have lower work abilities. In addition, it is revealed that exercise or religious practice have a positive influence on work ability. This study will help to increase the work ability and enable the efficient management of organization at building construction sites.
Keywords
work ability; WAI(Work Ability Index); job stress; field manager;
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