Work in Rotating Shifts and its Effects on the Daily Life of Grain Processing Workers

Authors

  • Mariana Roberta Lopes Simões Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais; Escola de Enfermagem
  • Flávia Cristina Marques Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais; Escola de Enfermagem
  • Adelaide de Mattia Rocha Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais; Escola de Enfermagem

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692010000600005

Keywords:

Shift Work, Occupational Health, Occupational Risks, Working Conditions

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effects of alternating shift work in the daily life of grain processing workers. A quantitative data collection research was carried out at a grain processing company in Goiás - Brazil. Research participants were 53 alternating shift workers. A questionnaire was developed and used for data collection, based on the principles of chronobiology and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, with 31 closed and one open question. The result showed dissatisfactory sleep quality for approximately 50% of the participants. The most evidenced physiological changes referred to the digestive tract. As for behavioral aspects, irritability was highlighted. Among the research participants, 70% considered that their work hours affect their leisure and social life. In conclusion, negative manifestations exist in the daily life of people working in alternating shifts, which can affect their physical, mental and social health.

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Published

2010-12-01

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 6 (2010)

Section

Original Articles

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How to Cite

Work in Rotating Shifts and its Effects on the Daily Life of Grain Processing Workers . (2010). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 18(6), 1070-1075. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692010000600005