Work Ability Index (WAI) and Quality of Life at Work (QLW) in the Context of Occupational Accidents: A Survey with Construction Workers

2020 ◽  
pp. 439-449
Author(s):  
Ingrid Simone Galati ◽  
José Luís Garcia Hermosilla ◽  
Jorge Alberto Achcar ◽  
Flávia Motta Corvello ◽  
Ethel Cristina Chiari da Silva
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Construction Workers ◽  
Occupational Accidents ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Ability Index

scholarly journals Relationship between Burnout, Quality of Life, and Work Ability Index—Directions in Prevention

2010 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 766-777 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mirjana Arandjelovic ◽  
Maja Nikolic ◽  
Slavisa Stamenkovic
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Subjective Quality Of Life ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Food Manufacturing ◽  
Significant Impairment ◽  
Quality Of Living ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Work Burnout

The aim of our study was (1) to test the possibilities of standardized questionnaires for burnout, quality of life, and work ability in Serbia by investigating interactions of these phenomena in food manufacturing workers in Serbia; and (2) to determine possible preventive measures. The study enrolled 489 food manufacturing workers in the region of Niš (Serbia) during the period from January 2008 to February 2009. We included three standardized questionnaires: for burnout (CBI), quality of life (ComQoL-A5), and the work ability index (WAI) in the Serbian language. The results of our study indicate high scores in personal (60.0) and work burnout (67.9), lower scores for objective (66.2%SM) and subjective quality of life in enrolled subjects (69.2%SM), and an excellent work ability index in most workers (65.8%). The questionnaires tested are reliable instruments in the Serbian region. Burnout, quality of life, and work ability are significantly interrelated categories in food manufacturing workers. There is a high degree of work burnout that has not yet been accompanied with significant impairment of quality of living and work ability in exposed workers. That is why a salutogenic approach in the prevention of this phenomenon, by health-promotion programs in the workplace, would be the method of choice for burnout improvement.

scholarly journals Is self-perceived oral health status related to non-carious cervical lesions in Brazilian working adults?

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rafael Aiello Bomfim ◽  
Edgard Crosato
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Tobacco Use ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Cervical Lesions ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Ability Index

This study evaluates the association of Non Carious Cervical Lesions (NCCLs), Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) and Work Ability Index (WAI) in a Brazilian population of Workers. One hundred workers were evaluated in a CEREST (Worker´s Health Reference Center). Participants were examined for oral disease following WHO recommendations, and the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP) and Work Ability Index assessment was used to determine OHRQoL and capacity to work, respectively. Assessment of tobacco use and alcohol consumption was made by Fagestron tolerance and Audit test. Statistical analyses were performed using STATA version 13.0. Dimensions with highest OHIP scores were physical pain and psychological discomfort. In bivariate analyses, NCCLs was significant associated with OHIP-14 severity PR 3.8 (CI95%1.26-11.89) and with self-related of oral pain PR 2.16 (CI95% 1.06-4.40). In the multivariate logistic regression analyses, years of smoking habits OR 1.73 (CI95% 1.03-2.9) was significant associated with OHIP-14 severity, independent of other variables.  OHIP14 was significant associated to WAI (p=0,02). Strategies for Monitoring oral health Brazilian workers and reduce tobacco use should be done by Brazilian Companies to support Work ability. For future investigations on OHRQoL, analyses of NCCLs should be included.Descriptors: Quality of Life; Oral Health; Occupational Dentistry; Occupational Health; Tooth Erosion.

scholarly journals Employment Status and Work Ability in Adults with Cystic Fibrosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (22) ◽  
pp. 11776
Author(s):  
Veruscka Leso ◽  
Vincenzo Carnovale ◽  
Paola Iacotucci ◽  
Daniela Pacella ◽  
Rosaria Romano ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Career Counseling ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Employment Status ◽  
Population Aging ◽  
Healthcare Management ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Work Ability Index

Improvements in the survival and clinical outcomes of cystic fibrosis (CF) patients raised questions about their workforce participation and capacity to work. One hundred and ninety-six outpatients, attending the Adult CF Center of an Italian University Hospital, were enrolled between May 2020 and March 2021. The patients’ personal and clinical characteristics, employment status, and profession were assessed. The Cystic Fibrosis Questionnaire—Revised and the work ability index (WAI) were employed to assess CF health-related quality of life and the employee’s perception of their ability to work, respectively. Among the enrolled patients, 98 (50%) were employed. The non-working subjects were significantly younger (mean age ± standard deviation: 30 ± 10 vs. 37 ± 10 years) and were diagnosed with CF significantly earlier (9 ± 13 vs. 17 ± 18 years) than the employed subjects. The vast majority of CF workers (82.6%) were employed in tertiary professions. A general good work ability perception was determined in the employed population. Aging and being employed for >15 years could significantly predict a reduction in work ability, while a better quality of life was a positive predictor for its enhancement. Although further research is necessary, these results may introduce interdisciplinary CF healthcare management that includes a work function assessment, formal career counseling, and job guidance to support the personal, social and professional lives of CF patients.

scholarly journals The Effect of Disrupting Changes on Senior Lecturers Performance

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 181-193
Author(s):  
Prayitno Prayitno ◽  
Sutrisno ◽  
Mahben Jalil
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Concept Model ◽  
Work Community ◽  
Performance Abilities ◽  
Ability Index

Rapid external changes without being followed by internal changes will have a negative impact on tertiary institutions. Internal change begins with the ability of senior lecturers because they are at the forefront in following changes. Organizational commitment is evidenced by the high quality of the lecturers’ work ability. This study utilized combined research methods or exploratory mix methods with data taken from forlap dikti and Sinta, and quantitative and qualitative analysis using WAI (Work Ability Index). Results of the study showed that the work ability of senior lecturers is lacking (0.1-1), while organizational commitment is still low as evidenced by the results of scientific journals during the past three years. The innovation of this study is the Emotional Work Community (EWC) as a concept model to improve lecturers' performance abilities that are lacking.

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Persian Translation of the Sexual Quality of Life–Male Questionnaire

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 564-572 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raziyeh Maasoumi ◽  
Hamidreza Mokarami ◽  
Morteza Nazifi ◽  
Lorann Stallones ◽  
Abrahim Taban ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Sexual Quality Of Life ◽  
Persian Version ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Persian Translation

Sexual dysfunction has been demonstrated to be related to a poor quality of life. These dysfunctions are especially prevalent among men. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the Persian translation of the Sexual Quality of Life–Male (SQOL-M), translated and adapted to measure sexual quality of life among Iranian men. Forward–backward procedures were applied in translating the original SQOL-M into Persian, and then the psychometric properties of the Persian translation of the SQOL-M were studied. A total of 181 participants (23-60 years old) were included in the study. Validity was assessed by construct validity using confirmatory factor analysis, convergent validity, and content validity. The international index of erectile function (IIEF) and the work ability index were used to study the convergent validity. Reliability was evaluated through internal consistency and test–retest reliability analyses. The results from confirmatory factor analysis confirmed a one-factor solution for the Persian version of the SQOL-M. Content validity of the translated measure was endorsed by 10 specialists. Pearson correlations indicated that work ability index score, dimensions of the IIEF, and the IIEF total score were positively correlated with the Persian version of the SQOL-M ( p < .001). Reliability evaluation indicated a high internal consistency and test–retest reliability. The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient and intraclass correlation coefficients were .96 and .95, respectively. Results indicated that the Persian version of the SQOL-M has good to excellent psychometric properties and can be used to assess the sexual quality of life among Iranian men.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN KEMAMPUAN KERJA DAN ANGKA MANGKIR KERJA KARYAWAN HOTEL BINTANG TIGA BAGIAN HOUSEKEEPING DI DENPASAR

1970 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Renaldi Prasetio ◽  
Nyoman Adiputra
Keyword(s):  
Sickness Absence ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Work Absence ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hotel Employees ◽  
Spearman Correlation Test ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Good Workability

The work ability of employees and work absence is important in nowday's. These things need to be considered to achieve good service quality, especially the hotel employees at housekeeping department. Employees task at housekeeping department is very important, especially for the comfort and cleanliness of the hotel. The employees with good workability and low work absence will certainly improve the quality of service of the hotel. The purpose of the research was to find out the correlation between work ability and work absence among 3-star hotel employees at housekeeping department at Denpasar. This research was using a cross-sectional analytic study. The number of respondents were 31 people consisting of 3-star hotel employees at housekeeping department atDenpasar. The  respondents were asked to fill Work Ability Index and mention work absence in the past year. Tables are used to show the results of the study and analyzed using the Spearman correlation test.  The research showed that the average of work ability is 41.48, sickness absence and off work are 3.74 and 11.22. There was significant correlation between work ability andnumber of a sickness absence (p=0.006). While the work ability and number off work have no correlation (p=0.461). It can be concluded that work ability and sickness absence have a correlation but there was no correlation between work ability and off work among 3-star hotel employeesat housekeeping section.  It may suggest  to  implementing  regular training to improve employability in an effort to decrease sickness absence

Work ability index in a cohort of railway construction workers

2005 ◽  
Vol 1280 ◽  
pp. 253-257 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Capanni ◽  
S. Sartori ◽  
G. Carpentiero ◽  
G. Costa
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Construction Workers ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Railway Construction ◽  
Ability Index

Shift Work: Work ability and quality of life of professionals from IPSS

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
J Rito ◽  
J Pereira ◽  
JP Figueiredo ◽  
T Cotrim ◽  
H Simões
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Shift Work ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Heart Function ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Social Solidarity ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Good Ability

Abstract Introduction Shift work can influence the health and well-being of individuals due to changes in biological rhythms, causing psychological and physical disruption, hampering family relationship, social and work ability. However, the shift work of auxiliary of direct / educational action of Private Social Solidarity Institution (PSSI) is essential to ensure continuity in the provision of the best hygienic and health care to the users of these institutions every day. Objectives The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of life and the work capacity of Direct-Action Assistants (n = 29). Methodology Respondents were subjected a monitoring of the heart function PB – Blood Pressure for 24 hours and answered a questionnaire (Work Ability Index and Quality of Life Index). Results Of the 29 workers evaluated 90% were women and 10% men, aged 45.5 (± 10.47) years and exercise time of 7.1 (± 3.18) years. Physical examination revealed a mean 24 h Systolic Blood Pressure of 119.3 (± 11.8) mm Hg and 24 h Diastolic Blood Pressure of 72.6 (± 7.3) mm Hg. The mean Body Mass Index (BMI) (kg / m2) was 25.6 (± 3.5), and 24.1% of the participants were overweight and 13.7% obesity grade I. From this analysis, we found that overweight individuals have a tendency to increase the Blood Pressure compared to normal weight individuals. Although the working class has a good ability to work 69%, they are not optimistic about the future. Conclusion We concluded that workers can be adjusted the constant changes of schedules established by their institutions, and are able to carry out their work, however, individuals with 6 or more years of work in the present-day regime shifts already feel some symptoms of physical and psychological wear, and thus speeding up their aging.

scholarly journals AVALIAÇÃO DA CAPACIDADE DE TRABALHO E DO PERFIL DE TRABALHADORES EM SERRARIAS NO MUNICÍPIO DE EUNÁPOLIS, BA

FLORESTA ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro Henrique Alcântara Cerqueira ◽  
Luis Carlos Freitas
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Time Function ◽  
Productive Capacity ◽  
Health Index ◽  
Ability To Work ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Tukey Test ◽  
Maximum Value ◽  
Ability Index

A pesquisa foi desenvolvida no município de Eunápolis, Bahia, com o objetivo de determinar o perfil dos trabalhadores de serrarias, bem como a sua capacidade de trabalho. O perfil dos trabalhadores foi avaliado por meio de questionário. Para avaliar a capacidade de trabalho, utilizou-se uma versão adaptada para uso no Brasil do Índice de Capacidade de Trabalho (ICT), um questionário que permite avaliar a capacidade para o trabalho a partir da percepção do próprio trabalhador. A população analisada englobou quatro serrarias, perfazendo um total de 32 trabalhadores. Com relação ao perfil, os trabalhadores apresentaram idade média de 31 anos e tempo na função de 7,8 anos. Quanto à avaliação da capacidade de trabalho, em média os trabalhadores apresentaram um ICT bom (37), com pontuação mínima de 23 e máxima de 46. Foi possível observar diferença estatística ao nível de 5% de probabilidade pelo teste de Tukey do ICT em relação às classes de idade. De posse do valor encontrado para o ICT, recomendam-se medidas de apoio, como utilização de máquinas e equipamentos que consideram a antropometria do trabalhador, respeito à legislação trabalhista e interferências no processo de gestão.Palavras-chave: Ergonomia; saúde do trabalhador; índice de capacidade de trabalho.AbstractEvaluation of the capacity of work and the profile of the workers in sawmills the region of Eunápolis, state of the Bahia. This study was conducted in sawmills in Eunápolis, Bahia, in order to survey the work ability of employees of sawmills. To evaluate the profile of workers a questionnaire was designed as an interview. To evaluate the ability to work, we used an adapted version for use in Brazil of the work ability index, a questionnaire that evaluates the ability to work from the worker's own perception. The population studied comprised four sawmills, a total of 32 workers. It was observed that employees were entirely male, mean age 31 years and time function of 7.8 years. The evaluation of the ability to work, the ICT average showed value of (37). The minimum values was of 23 and maximum value was 46. It was possible to observe a statistical difference in the Tukey test at 5% of the samples when stratified by age, revealing a decline of ICT in increasing order of age. Among the measures recommended for the study is the support of maintaining the index, through interference in management aimed at not only increasing the productive capacity of the employees but also the quality of life.Keywords: Ergonomics; occupational health; Index capacity for the work. 

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