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@article{191790,
        author = {Asha Sipriya.B and Dr.J.Sujathamalini and Dr.K.Gunasekaran and Dileep Gokul.P},
        title = {OCCUPATIONAL STRESS LEVELS AMONG SANITATION WORKERS-A QUANTITATIVE STUDY},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {8466-8471},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=191790},
        abstract = {Occupational stress is a common but often unnoticed problem among sanitation workers who perform physically demanding and socially challenging work every day. This study aimed to understand the level of occupational stress experienced by sanitation workers and to examine whether stress levels differ between male and female workers. A quantitative research design was used and data were collected 200 sanitation workers using a survey method. The collected data were analysed using descriptive statistics and an samples t- test.
The finding revealed that most sanitation workers experience moderate to high levels of occupational stress. The analysis also showed that there was no significant difference in occupational stress levels between male and female workers. This indicates that occupational stress among sanitation workers is mainly influenced by the nature of the job rather than gender. 
The study highlights the need for better working conditions adequate safety equipment regular health support and stress management initiatives for sanitation workers. Addressing their stress with care and understanding can improve their overall well-being and help create a healthier and more supportive work environment.},
        keywords = {occupational stress, sanitation workers.},
        month = {January},
        }