Insufficient Rest Breaks at Workplace and Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Korean Kitchen Workers

Park, Sungjin; Lee, Jongin; Lee, June-Hee

doi:10.1016/j.shaw.2021.01.012

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“…Similarly, various hypotheses can be put forward about the relationship between precarious employment and MSP. The results of this study revealed that precarious workers tend to be older, manual workers with greater exposure to ergonomically inappropriate working factors [ 5 , 21 ]. Aging decreases physical ability, flexibility, and muscle strength, making the body vulnerable to injuries, which can increase physical complaints such as MSP [ 28 ].…”

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“…MSP can have direct physical or psychological impacts on individuals [ 19 ]. In both developed and developing countries, MSP is a fairly common cause of disability [ 20 ] and is one of the most common work-related medical conditions [ 21 ]. Moreover, MSP in two or more anatomical sites is not uncommon and is more severe than MSP in single sites [ 21 ].…”

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Precarious Employment and Increased Incidence of Musculoskeletal Pain among Wage Workers in Korea: A Cross-Sectional Study

Park

Lee

2021

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The number of precarious workers is increasing globally, and precarious employment is becoming a public concern in terms of workers’ health. However, sufficient research on precarious employment and its impact on musculoskeletal pain (MSP) is lacking. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between precarious employment and the risk of MSP among Korean wage workers. After merging the data from the 4th and 5th Korean Working Conditions Surveys, 59,644 wage workers were analyzed. The control group comprised full-time permanent workers, and precarious employment was defined as workers involved in temporary or daily employment, or part-time workers. The outcome variable was the summed number of MSP in three anatomical sites (back, neck and upper limb, lower limb). Zero-inflated negative binomial analyses were selected to estimate the odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) between precarious employment and MSP. In adjusted models with age, sex, educational level, income level, weekly working hours, and occupation, precarious employment was significantly associated with an increased risk of both MSP (OR 1.66 95% CI 1.56–1.77) and work-related MSP (OR 1.18 95% CI 1.11–1.25). Given the job insecurity and health inequity associated with precarious employment, special attention on precarious workers’ health is needed.

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Precarious Employment and Increased Incidence of Musculoskeletal Pain among Wage Workers in Korea: A Cross-Sectional Study

Park

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2021

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“…Long working hours in potentially hazardous environments, such as rivers with strong currents, add to workplace safety and health risks. Applying ergonomic and workplace safety principles, such as task rotation and sufficient rest breaks, can help mitigate these risks (Park et al, 2021). Aligning the need for work efficiency with the well-being of rock gatherers is vital to ensuring the sustainability of the river rock-gathering enterprise.…”

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River Rock Gathering Practices and Their Impact on the Taliabo Village Community

Irmayani,

Hapsa,

Marzuki

et al. 2023

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This research aims to understand how the Taliabo Village community utilizes the potential of Sausu River rocks, identify the challenges faced by rock gatherers, and explore the socio-economic dynamics of the village in addressing these challenges. This research uses an inductive qualitative analysis. Inductive analysis is an approach that begins with field facts, analyzes them based on relevant theories and arguments, and ultimately yields a conclusion. The results show that gathering rocks in the Sausu River of Taliabo Village is a vital economic activity supporting the livelihood of part of the community. Adapting to natural conditions and using traditional tools like tire rafts and gate-gate demonstrate the community’s resilience and creativity in utilizing local resources. Although flexible working hours offer adaptation to uncertainties, the pricing structure of rocks based on their size provides significant economic opportunities. However, challenges such as natural conditions in the dry season and health issues add difficulties to this work. Furthermore, socio-economic aspects such as the culture of mutual aid underscore the importance of communal cooperation in overcoming hardships. At the same time, limitations in meeting education and housing needs reflect broader challenges faced by the river rock gatherer community in Taliabo Village. Therefore, the Government of Parigi Moutong Regency is recommended to support the rock gathering activities in the Sausu River as an essential part of Taliabo Village’s local economy. It could include providing training and access to more efficient technology to enhance productivity and work safety for river rock gatherers. Additionally, rock gatherers are advised to adopt safer and more sustainable work practices, including ergonomic tools and attention to occupational health and safety. For the Taliabo Village community, it is recommended that the existing mutual aid system be strengthened. These joint initiatives can help address some of the socio-economic challenges the river rock gatherer community faces while strengthening communal resilience against economic and natural uncertainties.

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Evaluation of the Relationship Between Body Discomfort and Personal Background Among Restaurant Cooks

Abdul Aziz,

Rohizad

2024

Springer Series in Design and Innovation

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Insufficient Rest Breaks at Workplace and Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Korean Kitchen Workers

Cited by 16 publications

References 28 publications

Precarious Employment and Increased Incidence of Musculoskeletal Pain among Wage Workers in Korea: A Cross-Sectional Study

Precarious Employment and Increased Incidence of Musculoskeletal Pain among Wage Workers in Korea: A Cross-Sectional Study

River Rock Gathering Practices and Their Impact on the Taliabo Village Community

Evaluation of the Relationship Between Body Discomfort and Personal Background Among Restaurant Cooks

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