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KMID : 0895520140180030053
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Journal of the Korean Society of Emergency Medical Technology
2014 Volume.18 No. 3 p.53 ~ p.62
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Duty-related incidental stress and the coping method in new firefighters
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Baek Mi-Lye
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study aimed to investigate duty-related incidental stress, coping method, and stress factors in 133 new firefighters.
Methods: A self-reported questionnaire was administrated to 133 new firefighters between April and May 2010. It consisted of 33 and 62 items concerning duty-related incident stress and coping methods, respectively. Data were analyzed by using the t-test, analysis of variance, Pearson correlation coefficient analysis, and multiple regression analysis.
Results: New firefighters experienced the most stress when inappropriately dispatched. Duty-related incidental stress correlated with active (r = .420, p < .001) and passive coping (r = .450, p < .001). Also active coping statistically correlated with passive coping (r = .890, p < .001). Influencing factors of duty-related incidental stress were passive coping (t = 2.12, p < .05), experience of having a co-worker in a dangerous situation (t = 3.30, p < .001), having less than 6 months of work experience (t = 2.30, p < .05), and experience of having oneself in a dangerous situation (t = 2.05, p < .05).
Conclusion: New firefighters need to be provided with training on active coping to prevent posttraumatic stress disorders and, social support immediately after an inappropriate and stressful dispatch.
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KEYWORD
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Duty-related incidental stress, Coping, New firefighters, Posttraumatic stress
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