WORKING AND HEALTH CONDITIONS OF AGRICULTURAL WORKERS
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https://doi.org/10.18554/reas.v13i3.7322Abstract
Objective: To identify whether rural workers who work in agricultural activities have comfort, safety and protection during their work activities. Methodology: This is a “snowball” sampling study, carried out with people who carry out agricultural activities in a rural neighborhood in the interior of Minas Gerais. Results: Among the 10 rural workers who participated in the research, all were male, aged between 22 and 57 years old. Two categories were listed, namely: (1) accidents in the workplace and (2) use of personal protective equipment. Conclusion: In short, the majority of rural workers report chemical, physical, pesticide, mechanical accidents and venomous animal bites. Furthermore, it was detected that self-employed individuals have a lack of information and clarity about the importance of personal protective equipment when compared to workers registered through companies.
Descriptors: Rural Population; Agrochemicals; Occupational Risks; Environmental Exposure; Rural Health.
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