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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in the transportation of dangerous goods

M. V.T. Rabello, D. M.B. Costa, C. V. Morgado

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Abstract

The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders in the population of drivers involved in the transportation of dangerous goods. The case study investigated a company performing such activities since 2010, for which risks have been evaluated in previous studies. The investigation consisted of a survey among drivers to verify the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders and perceive risks in the work routine, followed by the application of the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) method to the activities of fuel loading and unloading. Half of the drivers reported musculoskeletal disorder symptoms, particularly in feet and ankles, hands and wrists, lower back and neck regions. RULA results demonstrated a need for immediate changes in activities and that the bottom loading system should be prioritized.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationOccupational Safety and Hygiene VI - Selected contributions from the International Symposium Occupational Safety and Hygiene, SHO 2018
EditorsRui B. Melo, João Santos Baptista, Pedro M. Arezes, A.S. Miguel, Gonçalo Perestrelo, Mónica P. Barroso, Paula Carneiro, Patrício Cordeiro, Nélson Costa
PublisherCRC Press/Balkema
Pages331-334
Number of pages4
ISBN (Print)9781138542037
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2018
EventInternational Symposium Occupational Safety and Hygiene, SHO 2018 - Guimarães, Portugal
Duration: 26 Mar 201827 Mar 2018

Publication series

NameOccupational Safety and Hygiene VI - Selected contributions from the International Symposium Occupational Safety and Hygiene, SHO 2018

Conference

ConferenceInternational Symposium Occupational Safety and Hygiene, SHO 2018
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityGuimarães
Period26/03/1827/03/18

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