2007
DOI: 10.1590/s0034-89102007000200021
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Empowerment como forma de prevenção de problemas de saúde em trabalhadores de abatedouros

Abstract: Empowerment como forma de prevenção de problemas de saúde em trabalhadores de abatedourosEmpowerment as a way to prevent work-related health conditions in slaughterhouse workers RESUMO O objetivo do artigo foi ressaltar a necessidade de esforços educativos que visem ao empowerment de funcionários de abatedouros, baseado nos principais problemas de saúde por eles enfrentados. A rotina em abatedouros consiste em tarefas estressantes e cansativas. As conseqüências incluem problemas músculo-esqueléticos, transmiss… Show more

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“…In relation to the latter aspect, specifically in Alta Floresta, the results prompt some interventions which, if made feasible, would significantly improve the outlook presented: 1) the adoption of occupational safety measures 26,27 , especially at the company where a significant group of accidents occurred; 2) education/awareness actions amongst youngsters, and especially the elderly, regarding the prevention of falls 15 ; 3) the implementation, in conjunction with the Regional Traffic Department (CI-RETRAN), of road safety measures, especially aimed at motorcyclists 28,29 ; 4) strict upholding of the law concerning alcohol consumption, as per the Traffic Laws, and the adoption of consumption-restricting measures of proven effectiveness, such as the definition of closing times of bars of nightclubs 30,31,32 .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 95%
“…In relation to the latter aspect, specifically in Alta Floresta, the results prompt some interventions which, if made feasible, would significantly improve the outlook presented: 1) the adoption of occupational safety measures 26,27 , especially at the company where a significant group of accidents occurred; 2) education/awareness actions amongst youngsters, and especially the elderly, regarding the prevention of falls 15 ; 3) the implementation, in conjunction with the Regional Traffic Department (CI-RETRAN), of road safety measures, especially aimed at motorcyclists 28,29 ; 4) strict upholding of the law concerning alcohol consumption, as per the Traffic Laws, and the adoption of consumption-restricting measures of proven effectiveness, such as the definition of closing times of bars of nightclubs 30,31,32 .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 95%
“…Tavolaro et al [29] ranked the work routine in poultry slaughterhouses as stressful and tiring, and that the consequences include musculoskeletal disorders, zoonoses, skin conditions and injuries related to animals and sharp instruments.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…According to Tavolaro et al [29], slaughterhouse workers are not specialized, have no control over their tasks, and may not be aware of the factors that can affect their health. Therefore, professionals such as veterinarians could participate more actively in the education (training) of workers and not focus only on issues such of food security.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…As atividades laborais e o meio em que estão inseridas podem contribuir, primária ou secundariamente, para o surgimento de riscos à saúde do trabalhador com consequentes danos à qualidade de vida no trabalho que, por sua vez, está intimamente relacionada às condições proporcionadas pelas instituições de trabalho aos seus funcionários (TAVOLARO et al, 2007;VASCONCELOS, 2001).…”
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