consequences in workers, especially when chronic, since it can provoke burnout
(Freudenberger, 1974; Maslach, 1976). However, engagement is being identified as a
possible protector of burnout and occupational stress (Schaufeli et al., 2002). Military officers
have a dangerous and stressful activity, factor that is enhancing studies on burnout and
engagement in this group (Alarcon et al., 2010; Chambel & Cruz, 2010; Ivie & Garland …