出版社：Fundação Jorge Duprat Figueiredo de Segurança e Medicina do Trabalho
摘要：Objective: to understand the work situation of babassu coconut openers throughErgonomic Work Analysis (EWA) parameters. Methods: descriptive observationalstudy involving female babassu coconut openers in the city of Itapecuru-Mirim/MA, Brazil, from September to November 2014, using field observations, recordsof images (photos and videos), questionnaires and key informants interviews.OWAS and RULA instruments were used in the EWA. Results: biomechanicalrisks were evidenced in the coconuts collecting, transporting and opening.Musculoskeletal symptoms were reported by 93.5% of the 275 participants.Backache (58.4%), lower back pain (57%), right shoulder pain (31.5%) andlower limb pain (30.1%) were the mostly reported injuries. The openers believethat such symptoms are related to their work, but the autonomy to decide ontheir own work routine and the good integration with their peers were identifiedas elements that can mitigate the effects of work load, stimulate personalsatisfaction and contribute to the continuity of this secular activity. Conclusion:the evaluations on health and work conditions, ratified by the key informantsreports, indicate the need for change in the traditional babassu coconut opening.
关键词：babassu coconut openers; ergonomic work analysis; musculoskeletal symptoms.
