Occupational

/ˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or caused by one's job or profession.

The study focused on the effects of occupational stress on workers' health.

Associated with a specific trade or profession.

Occupational training programs help individuals prepare for jobs in healthcare.

Pertaining to the activities and responsibilities associated with a particular profession.

The occupational hazards in construction work require strict safety measures.

From Latin 'occupatio', meaning 'to occupy'.

occupational safety

Measures and policies to ensure safety in the workplace.

occupational therapy

A type of therapy that helps individuals perform daily activities.

occupational health

Field concerned with the health and safety of workers.

occupation

A job or profession.

employee

A person employed for wages.

employer

A person or organization that hires employees.

Occupational burnout

Feeling exhausted from prolonged work stress is referred to as occupational burnout.

Job-related stress

When someone frequently complains about their workload, they might be experiencing job-related stress.