Ergonomic evaluation of cheese production process in dairy industries

The present work consisted of an analysis of work conditions aspects in small dairy industries from southwest region of Bahia state. The study considered the analysis of environmental variables and the organization of the work in the production process of cheeses. The analysis was performed by means...

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Main Authors: Luciano Brito Rodrigues, Nívio Batista Santana, Renata Cristina Ferreira Bonomo, Luiz Bueno da Silva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina 2008-07-01
Series:Revista Produção Online
Online Access:http://producaoonline.org.br/rpo/article/view/29
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Summary:The present work consisted of an analysis of work conditions aspects in small dairy industries from southwest region of Bahia state. The study considered the analysis of environmental variables and the organization of the work in the production process of cheeses. The analysis was performed by means of observations in loco and measurement of the environmental variables related to noise, illumination and temperature. The main problems are related to posture and inadequate illumination. The parameters were evaluated according to the norms and legislation available in order to propose suggestions for the identified problems, objectifying the comfort and safety of workers and the consequent improvement of activities developed in these industries. Keywords: Ergonomics, Dairy industries, Environmental comfort.
ISSN:1676-1901