This book provides a theoretical background to occupational stress, and traces the early work of Hans Selye and the development of bio-physiological, psychological and then sociological models of stress. It also reports on a study of stress and ill-health in a large manufacturing organisation in Australia. It examines the effects of stress, low self-esteem and poor mastery on psychological outcomes and ill-health symptoms.

Sociologists and health experts from the U.K., Scandinavia, Australia, and the U.S. discuss issues surrounding stress in the workplace, including its causes and ways in which jobs can be designed to minimize it. The book is intended for professionals and students in occupational health and safety.

This text provides a theoretical and empirical approach to investigating the nature of emerging OSH (Occupational Health and Safety) epidemics across the industrialized world. The author of each chapter in this book deals with exposure to a particular OSH hazard and examines the epidemic nature of the resulting ill-health or injury outcome. The authors also evaluate the contribution of globalization and neoliberal policies in creating workplace environments which foster such new OSH epidemics.

Sociologists and health experts from the U.K., Scandinavia, Australia, and the U.S. discuss issues surrounding stress in the workplace, including its causes and ways in which jobs can be designed to minimize it. The book is intended for professionals and students in occupational health and safety.

When Rachael Ray wants to tell her 2.6 million viewers how to shop wisely at the meat counter, she invites veteran butcher Ray Venezia on her show. This handbook condenses Venezia's expert advice from 25 years behind the butcher block, giving every weeknight shopper and grill enthusiast the need-to-know information on meat grades, best values, and common cuts for poultry, pork, lamb, veal, and beef. The Everyday Meat Guide includes easy-to-follow illustrations and instructions for the questions butchers are most often asked, plus a handy photo gallery for quick identification at the market. This refreshingly simplified, confidence-instilling take on the most intimidating part of grocery shopping makes navigating the meat counter truly easy.

Autobiography spanning birth to pre - teen years, the middle child of five kids in a far from perfect family enviroment . The children's father owned and operated more than a dozen well known Mexican Food restaurants, surviving and enjoying over three decades in the southeast. The years of success and popularity in the franchise took it's toll on the family . Chris' account of those years tell the disgrace and struggle that few saw. An honest, humorous and intimate search for belonging and security in a child's otherwise years of innocence .The first in a series reflecting back on the life of a now 51 year old single father committed to his children as he searches for greener pastures outside the shark infested service industry, on the road as a stand up comedian and now an Author sharing his eventful, challenging life.

THE PROCESS WOULD REALLY BE QUITE SIMPLE IF PEOPLE WEREN'T SO "SUE-HAPPY": 1) Browse through the book. 2) Find a sign you like. 3) Rip it out. 4) JUST ADD TAPE. 5) Apply the sign to a drive-thru speaker. 6) Sit back and watch the fun (and madness) begin. HOWEVER, SINCE PEOPLE ARE KINDA "SUE-HAPPY," PLEASE LEAVE ALL SIGNS BOUND IN THE BOOK AND JUST IMAGINE... Disclaimer: Signs are for entertainment purposes only. Not intended for actual use.

If you have more takeout menus than forks, you need help. With "A Man's Whirled" and a blender you don't need to become a master chef to cook a delicious meal. As easy as pushing a button, "A Man's Whirled" is a foolproof formula for making great meals to impress dates, entertain friends, and make Mom worry just a little less. Whether you're just sliding out of college or slipping into the single life, your success in the kitchen is guaranteed with these simple and delicious recipes and no-mess cleanup.

From weeknight meals to game-day festivities, from comfort food to a romantic dinner for two, all the recipes in this book can be prepared easily with the help of a blender. Casual get-togethers call for a Super Bowl of Salsa and Gridiron Guacamole. The Red Velvet Roasted Pepper Soup and Goat Cheese Timbales are perfect for an intimate dinner. Memorable Meatloaf and Garlic Mashed Potatoes are guaranteed to please, especially followed by mouthwatering desserts like Decadence Cake and Strawberry Fields Chiffon Pie. Plus there are recipes for tantalizing cocktails, breakfast treats, smoothies, and more.

"A Man's Whirled" provides inside tips and advice for shopping, prepping, serving, and generally making the most of any meal. When it comes to whipping up delicious meals fast, it doesn't get any easier than this. Gentlemen, start your blenders.