SOME FACTORS INFLUENCING EFFECT OF ENVIRONMENTAL STRESSORS UPON PERFORMANCE

Distinguishes 6 factors in the working situation influencing the effect of environmental stress upon performance: (1) the duration of work on the task, (2) the familiarity of the operator with the stress and with the work he has to do under stress, (3) the level of incentive of the operator, (4) the kind of work he has to do, (5) the aspect of performance which is most important, and (6) the presence of other stresses in the working situation. The examples taken to illustrate the importance of these factors come from only 4 stresses: heat, loss of sleep, noise, and alcohol. (61 ref.) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved). © 1969 American Psychological Association.