Measuring the productivity and physical workload of brushcutters within the context of a production-based pay system

Toupin, Dominic; LeBel, Luc; Dubeau, Denise; Imbeau, Daniel; Bouthillier, Luc

doi:10.1016/j.forpol.2006.10.001

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“…Labour costs and productivity issues are discussed in Homagain et al (2011, this issue) and Dampier et al (2006) as part of the analysis of comparative effectiveness of different FVM techniques (see also Fortier and Messier 2006, Toupin et al 2007. The FVM workforce forms a defined group within the broader population, with particular concerns and knowledge.…”

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

“…These issues include ergonomic questions of work and equipment, the risk of injury, and dangers associated with exhaust fumes (Fortier and Messier 2006). Toupin et al (2007) monitored workers' heart rates, finding that these were well beyond maximum acceptable levels. Seasonal work, remoteness, and physical demands have all been identified as problems associated with silvicultural work (CIDMOAF 2001, Toupin et al 2007.…”

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Toupin et al (2007) monitored workers' heart rates, finding that these were well beyond maximum acceptable levels. Seasonal work, remoteness, and physical demands have all been identified as problems associated with silvicultural work (CIDMOAF 2001, Toupin et al 2007.…”

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Toupin et al (2007) reported three main negative aspects of any productionThe Forestry Chronicle Downloaded from pubs.cif-ifc.org by 54.202.243.64 on 05/10/18…”

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

“…based pay system: reduction of quality, increase in incidence and severity of accidents, and variable site characteristics leading to variable payments, uncertainty, and stress for workers. The introduction of pay systems that included an hourly rate, rather than being solely production-based, has been recommended (BAPE 2006, Toupin et al 2007). …”

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

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Social Concerns, Risk and The Acceptability of Forest Vegetation Management Alternatives: Insights for Managers

Wyatt

Rousseau

Nadeau

et al. 2011

The Forestry Chronicle

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Although public opinion and social issues have significant influence on policy-making, research on forest vegetation management (FVM) in Canada has a strong focus on biological aspects, with less attention being paid to social concerns. This paper reviews the social context in which FVM occurs. Individual views about FVM reflect a combination of values, beliefs, and attitude while also including differing perceptions of risks. Public views and the broader social acceptability of management decisions can be linked to five key factors: context, risk, aesthetics, trust, and knowledge. Judgements about acceptability will usually change over time and across specific situations and various segments of a population could make opposing judgements. We identify a variety of public concerns related to FVM in Canada, synthesizing research that can help resource managers consider the social impacts of their choices. We also note particular concerns related to Aboriginal peoples and the FVM workforce. Information about the benefits and disadvantages of FVM options can help resolve public concerns, but using technical information to convince the public is rarely successful. Forest management agencies and resource managers need access to reliable information about social values and concerns to make management decisions that will be socially acceptable.Key words: social acceptability, vegetation management, silviculture, forest policy, public participation, forest values, risk management, scenic values RÉSUMÉBien que l' opinion publique et les enjeux sociaux exercent une influence significative sur l' élaboration des politiques, la plupart des travaux de recherche sur le contrôle de la végétation en forêt au Canada ont été consacrés aux aspects biologiques et ont négligé les considérations sociales. Cet article fait la synthèse du contexte social dans lequel s'inscrit le contrôle de la végétation. Les perceptions individuelles du contrôle de la végétation sont le reflet d'une combinaison de valeurs, de croyances et d'attitudes et de perceptions différentes des risques encourus. Les perceptions publiques et, de manière plus large, l'acceptabilité sociale des choix d'aménagement, sont liées à cinq facteurs fondamentaux : le contexte, les risques, l' esthétique, la confiance et les connaissances. Les jugements sur l'acceptabilité vont généralement évoluer dans le temps en fonction des situations. De même, différents groupes dans la population pourront avoir des jugements opposés. Nous identifions une série de préoccupations sociales associées au contrôle de la végétation, sur la base d'une synthèse des travaux de recherche susceptibles d'aider les gestionnaires dans la prise en compte des impacts sociaux de leurs choix. Nous notons également des enjeux particuliers associés aux Premières Nations et à la main-d' oeuvre en contrôle de la végétation. L'information au sujet des bénéfices et des désavantages de différentes approches en contrôle de la végétation peut aider à répondre aux préoccupations du public. Cependant, le re...

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Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Toupin et al (2007) reported three main negative aspects of any productionThe Forestry Chronicle Downloaded from pubs.cif-ifc.org by 54.202.243.64 on 05/10/18…”

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Concerns Related To the Forest Vegetation Management Workforcementioning

confidence: 99%

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Nadeau

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Acute kidney injury and workload in a sample of California agricultural workers

Moyce

Armitage

Mitchell

et al. 2019

American J Industrial Med

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Background: Kidney damage is associated with an increased workload in high ambient temperatures and may represent a pathway to chronic kidney disease of unknown origin in agricultural workers. We tested the associations of workload and heat with acute kidney dysfunction in California agricultural workers. Methods:We recruited a convenience sample of 471 agricultural workers from 29 farms in California during two summer harvest seasons. The sustained 3-minute maximum workload was estimated using accelerometer data collected from Actical monitors and individual heat load through elevations in core body temperature. Acute kidney injury (AKI) was defined by a change in serum creatinine of ≥0.3 mg/dL or ≥1.5 times the preshift creatinine over the course of the work shift. Associations between AKI and workload were modeled using logistic regression, controlling for demographic, physiologic, and occupational variables.Results: Of the total, 357 workers (75.8%) had accelerometer readings in the moderate workload category, 93 (19.7%) had readings in the vigorous category. 177 (36%) had elevations of core body temperature ≥1°C; 72 workers (14.9%) demonstrated evidence of AKI after a single day of agricultural work. The workload category was associated with an increased adjusted odds of AKI (1.92; 95% confidence interval, 1.05-3.51). Piece-rate work was also associated with increased adjusted odds of AKI (3.02; 95% CI, 1.44-6.34).Conclusions: Heavy occupational workload and piece-rate work were associated with acute effects on the renal health of agricultural workers. This indicates that occupations requiring high physical effort put workers at risk for AKI, possibly independent of ambient and core body temperature. Changes to agricultural practices may reduce the risk of renal disorders for these workers.

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Physical Exertion and Prevalence Assessment of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Brush Cutter Operators

Carvalho

Cotrim

Melo

2021

Advances in Human Factors and System Interactions

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Measuring the productivity and physical workload of brushcutters within the context of a production-based pay system

Cited by 57 publications

References 10 publications

Social Concerns, Risk and The Acceptability of Forest Vegetation Management Alternatives: Insights for Managers

Social Concerns, Risk and The Acceptability of Forest Vegetation Management Alternatives: Insights for Managers

Acute kidney injury and workload in a sample of California agricultural workers

Physical Exertion and Prevalence Assessment of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Brush Cutter Operators

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