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Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Trend Analysis by Risk Observation: How the German Statutory Accident Insurance Prepares for the Future in Occupational Safety and Health (Original article)
Background: The risk observatory (RO) of the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) provides strategic support to the German Social Accident Insurance Institutions (GSAII) in proactive prevention. It does so by identifying future challenges and…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Synthesis of Evidence to Support EMS Personnel’s Mental Health During Disease Outbreaks: A Scoping Review (Review Article)
Emergency medical services (EMS) personnel are at high risk for adverse mental health outcomes during disease outbreaks. To support the development of evidence-informed mitigation strategies, we conducted a scoping review to identify the extent of…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Healthcare Workers’ Mental Health in Pandemic Times: The Predict Role of Psychosocial Risks (Original article)
Background: Healthcare workers perform an emotionally exhausting daily work activity, making them prone to occupational hazards, namely psychosocial ones. This study aims to assess the impact of psychosocial risk factors on healthcare workers’ mental…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Norms about Alcohol Use among US Firefighters (Original article)
Background: Problem drinking is a perennial concern in the US fire service. A large literature has documented the importance of addressing alcohol norms in intervention research. The purpose of this study was to explore alcohol norms in a national…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Protective Measures From Solar Ultraviolet Radiation for Beach Lifeguards in Tuscany (Italy): Shade and Clothing Strategies (Original article)
Background: The exposure to solar ultraviolet radiation is a significant risk factor generally underestimated by outdoor workers and employers. Several studies have pointed out that occupational solar exposure increased eye and skin diseases with a…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Return to Work for Workers with Post-COVID Conditions (Editorial)
Individuals who suffer from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) generally fully recover with few or no symptoms following an acute infection. However, approximately 10–20% of individuals continue to report persistent or sometimes progressive or even…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Comparisons of Fit Factors Between Two Quantitative Fit Testers (PortaCount vs. MT) (Short Communication)
This study evaluated the consistency between two quantitative fit test devices with different methods of ambient aerosol counting. Three types of respirators (N95, half mask, and full facepiece) were worn by 50
participants (male, n 1⁄4 25; female,…
participants (male, n 1⁄4 25; female,…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Exposure Assessment of Airborne Bacteria and Fungi in the Aircraft (Original article)
Objective: The exposure levels of disease-causing bacteria and germs were assessed on aircraft cleaning workers on multiple different aircrafts.
Method: Five measuring points were selected depending on the aircraft types. Four aircraft cleaning…
Method: Five measuring points were selected depending on the aircraft types. Four aircraft cleaning…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
The Moderating Role of Emotional Intelligence on the Relationship Between Conflict Management Styles and Burnout among Firefighters (Original article)
Background: While the organizational factors that account for firefighters’ burnout have been extensively explored, the individual factors related to how they regulate interpersonal conflicts and emotions remain to be investigated. Previous research…
Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13 Issue 4 2022
Ergonomic Evaluation of Young Agricultural Operators Using Handle Equipment Through Electromyography and Vibrations Analysis Between the Fingers (Original article)
Background: Agricultural handle equipment is present on all production areas’ farms. They are handy and portable; however, excessive use can lead to acute traumas or accidental injuries. Repetitive movements, awkward postures, and hand-arm vibrations…