EFFECTS OF OCCUPATIONAL STRESS ON JOB PERFORMANCE AMONG THE WOMEN POLICE OF NORTH ZONE IN TAMILNADU

Abstract

The present study investigates occupational stress and its effects on job performance among women police personnel in the North Zone of Tamil Nadu. The research aims to identify the major sources of stress, examine its relationship with job performance, and assess both positive and negative performance outcomes. A total of 225 women police personnel was selected using stratified random sampling. Primary data were collected through a structured questionnaire, and statistical tools such as mean, standard deviation, correlation, and regression analysis were employed for analysis. Findings reveal that workload, long working hours, work–family conflict, and shift duties are the primary sources of occupational stress, while role ambiguity, supervisory pressure, and inadequate facilities contribute to moderate stress levels. Regression and correlation analyses indicate that occupational stress has a significant negative impact on job performance, reducing efficiency, motivation, decision-making ability, and teamwork, while increasing physical and mental strain, conflicts, and errors. Positive outcomes, such as task completion, engagement, and skill development, are also negatively affected but to a lesser extent.