Effect of job and individual factors on Work Ability Index (WAI) in a dairy company

2016 ◽  
pp. 34-39
Author(s):  
Haji Omid Kalte
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Job Insecurity ◽  
Statistical Analyses ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background: The work ability index (WAI) is one the most widely used instruments for measuring perceived work ability. However, very few studies have used this instrument in Iran. The present study is designed to assess effect of individual and work-related risk factors on the WAI in one dairy factory. Methods: This cross-sectional study was designed among 117 workers. Work ability was measured by the Persian versions of Work Ability Index (P-WAI). An author-developed measure was used to assess individual and work-related factors. All Statistical analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics 21 (USA, SPSS Inc.). Results: The mean age of participants was 32.38 ± 7.3 and the Mean score of the WAI was 44.92 ± 5.56. According to the categorical classification of WAI score, 10.9, 35.6, and 53.5 % of participants had moderate, good and excellent work ability, respectively. The results of statistical analyses showed that mean WAI significantly differed with age (0.049), sleep quality (p= 0.035) and employment status (p= 0.014). Conclusion: To improve the workers’ work ability, intervention programs should focus on improving sleep quality and exercise. Also, we suggest that increasing job insecurity should be considered an important intervention in promoting worker’s work ability. Keywords: Work Ability Index (WAI), Sleep Quality, Job Insecurity

Influence of Work-Related Factors on Work Ability Among Young Cambodian Migrant Workers in Thailand

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (5) ◽  
pp. 437-446 ◽  
Author(s):  
Orawan Kaewboonchoo ◽  
Akkarawat Awatsadarak ◽  
Woraluk Jonglertmontree ◽  
Adchara Dejkun
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Migrant Workers ◽  
Psychosocial Factor ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
General Work

This cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate the effects of work-related factors on work ability among young Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand. The participants consisted of 258 Cambodian migrant workers working in farms in the northeast region of Thailand. Work-related factors consisted of a general work environment and a psychosocial factor. General work environment was assessed by perception of subjects on biological, chemical, physical, and ergonomic factors. The psychosocial factor was assessed by the Job Content Questionnaire. The Work Ability Index was used to evaluate their work ability. Logistic regression analysis was applied to test the association between work-related factors and work ability. The results indicate that a chemical work environment and psychosocial factor associated with Work Ability Index among young Cambodian migrant workers, after adjusting for sociodemographic factors. These findings suggest that improving the work environment would be the most effective way to increase the work ability of Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand.

scholarly journals Investigation of work ability index (WAI) and its relationship with maximal aerobic capacity (VO2max) among cement industry employer

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Kavousian ◽  
A Salehi sashlabadi ◽  
MJ Jafari ◽  
S Khodakarim ◽  
H Rabiei
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Aerobic Capacity ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Cement Industry ◽  
Maximal Aerobic Capacity ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Sports Activity ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean

Introduction: Given the importance of adapting workers' physical and mental capabilities to their job needs, measuring their ability to work, maintaining, and upgrading, it has become an essential task. This study aimed to investigate WAI and its relationship with VO2max at one of the cement companies. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 130 employees of a cement company in Iran in 2018. For data collection, the WAI, Queens's test for maximum oxygen consumption, and a questionnaire designed by researchers (socio-demographic and work-related factors) were used. SPSS 21 was used to analyze the data.  Results: The results showed that the mean ± standard deviation of WAI in staff was 39.35 ± 4.64. Among the demographic and related variables, sports activity (P > 0.04) and sleep quality (P < 0.001), and work experience (P> 0.046) were significantly correlated with WAI. There was a significant positive correlation between the mean score of WAI and Vo2max (r = 0.21, p < 0.05). Regression modeling showed that Vo2max was the only significant predictor of WAI. Conclusion: According to the results of the study, to control and enhance the ability of the staff of the study, occupational intervention programs should focus on improving sleep quality and increased exercise. Also, considering the positive relationship of Vo2max to the WAI of the surveyed staff, it is recommended to select suitable employees in terms of aerobic capacity according to the workload of the job.

scholarly journals WORK ABILITY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING IN HOSPITAL STAFF

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 750-755
Author(s):  
Gergana Sandeva ◽  
Kasimira Koleva
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Hospital Staff ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Length Of Service ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Implementing Strategies

Healthcare is an economic sector characterized by unfavorable working conditions, such as psychosocial stress, shift work, and manual handling of loads. It is important to opportunely assess the work ability and psychological well-being of hospital staff to evaluate workers’ functional capacity and plan appropriate preventive measures.Objectives: To assess the work ability and psychological well-being in hospital staff and to determine factors that might influence them.Methods: Work Ability Index Questionnaire, Psychological Well-being Questionnaire, and statistical analyses.Results: The mean Work Ability Index (WAI) score was 40.8 ±4.8, which corresponded to suitable work ability. The lowest mean WAI score was registered for the physical therapists (38 ±3.8), and was significantly lower than the WAI score for nurses (41.6 ±4.8). The mean Psychological Well-being score for all subjects was 187.6 ±18.4. The youngest workers (200.8 ±14.7), and those with shortest length of service (196.7 ±18.4) had significantly higher mean Psychological Well-being scores than older (180.8 ±19.9) and more experienced workers (180.3 ±18.3). A positive correlation was found between WAI and Psychological Well-being scores (r = 0.37, p = 0.003).Conclusion: Hospital managers should consider implementing strategies focused on the work ability of hospital staff, as well as on their psychological well-being, to keep workers fit and healthy for longer.

scholarly journals Effects of Work-Related Stress on Work Ability Index among Iranian Workers

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vahid Gharibi ◽  
Hamidreza Mokarami ◽  
Abrahim Taban ◽  
Mohsen Yazdani Aval ◽  
Kazem Samimi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Work Related Stress ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Related Stress

scholarly journals Work ability index and occupational Fatigue in the Workers of a Large Automotive company in Iran

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Akbar Sharifian ◽  
Sahar Eftekhari ◽  
Omid Aminian ◽  
Tayebe Bahrani ◽  
Seyed Ramin Rasooli
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Automotive Company ◽  
The Press ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Press Shop ◽  
Occupational Fatigue

Abstract Background Work ability and occupational fatigue are two critical topics in occupational health. We aimed to assess fatigue and the work ability and find their association in the workers of a large Iranian car company. Methods In this cross-sectional study, we enrolled the workers of SAIPA Automotive Corporation between April and September 2019. We used the Work Ability Index and SOFI-20 questionnaires to assess the work ability and occupational fatigue in the study population, respectively. Then the correlation between work ability index and its association with fatigue dimensions and general study variables were tested. Results From a total of 400 workers, we analyzed the data of 376 workers (mean age = 37.1 ± 5.6 years). The mean WAI was 38.01 ± 7.46. Workers with regular exercise training had higher WAI (P < 0.001). Workers in the press shop had a higher WAI as compared with those who worked in the painting shop or trim shop (P < 0.001). The work ability index had a moderate indirect correlation with all of the fatigue dimensions. There was a significant association between the work stations (P = 0.002) and WAI. As regards the fatigue dimensions, higher physical discomfort, lack of motivation and sleepiness were associated with a lower WAI (P = 0.048, P = 0.012 and P < 0.001 respectively). Conclusion In this study, we found a negative association between fatigue dimensions and the workability index.

scholarly journals Effects of work-related stress on work ability index among refinery workers

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ehsanollah Habibi ◽  
Akbar Hassanzadeh ◽  
Behzad Mahaki ◽  
Shahram Safari ◽  
Habibollah Dehghan
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Work Related Stress ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Related Stress

scholarly journals Work Ability Assessment in Nursing Workers

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 282-294
Author(s):  
Camila Santos Pereira ◽  
Rosuita Frattari Bonito ◽  
Douglas Eulálio Antunes
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Work Capacity ◽  
Hospital Environment ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Large Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Nursing Professionals

Objective: To identify the nursing staff of a university hospital's work ability index and point out which factors interfere in the quality of the work of these workers. Method: This is a cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical survey, quantitative, composed of 54 nursing professionals from the medical clinic ward sector of a large hospital in Uberlândia (Minas Gerais, Brazil). Data collection is performed using two tools: sociodemographic questionnaire and Work Ability Index (WAI). The G-Test by Williams was applied to assess the significant association between sociodemographic and occupational variables and those related to the work ability index. It was used the BioEstat® version 5.3 program to perform all analyzes with a significance level of 0.05 (5%). Results: The research showed that nursing professionals had a predominance of good workability (40,7%), the prevalence of young adults, the highest percentage between 31-40 years, 81,5% are women, 50% are in a marital relationship, 63% are open to public tender, and they had no back injuries. It was also found that the only professionals who had a low work capacity were nursing technicians, corresponding to 5,6% of the total percentage. Conclusion: It is known that a hospital environment is a place that favors the illness process of nursing workers. The worker who owns and maintains adequate physical and mental health can perform his duties better and have a better capacity for work, therefore taking better care of the patient.

scholarly journals Correlation Between Anger, Sleep Quality, and Indoor Activities During COVID-19 Quarantine

2022 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Arash Mani ◽  
Mehdi Pasalar ◽  
Mahsa Kamali ◽  
Hossein Molavi Vardanjani ◽  
AliReza Estedlal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Social Consequences ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a life-threatening disease that has spread globally and received international concern. Iran is one of the countries severely affected by this pandemic, implementing social lockdown and restrictive strategies. According to Persian medicine, restrictions like quarantine have psychological and social consequences. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between sleep quality and anger behaviors in Iran and compare it with Persian medicine viewpoints. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 739 participants were interviewed in April 2020 in Shiraz, Iran. The questionnaire included the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), the Multidimensional Anger Inventory (MAI), and items on demographics, temperament, and the quarantine situation social factors. All participants completed the questionnaires willingly and were ensured of data confidentiality. Results: We found that 58.3% of the participants had low sleep quality. Females showed higher scores on anger and its related aspects (P < 0.05). In addition, people with lower education and income levels revealed higher anger scores (P < 0.05). Moreover, the mean scores of anger and its related factors were higher in participants with low sleep quality, higher sleep latency, daytime dysfunction, and experience of using sleep medications (P < 0.05). Also, after adjustment for demographics and other social factors, the mean scores of anger and all of its aspects were higher in those with a sleep disorder, use of sleep medications, and daytime dysfunction (P < 0.05). Conclusions: In conclusion, our findings illustrated that various factors, including low sleep quality, are associated with anger in individuals with the experience of home quarantine during the COVID-19 outbreak. The outcome is compatible with Persian medicine evidence.

scholarly journals Investigating the Effect of Insomnia Severity on the Employees’ Work Ability in Construction Projects

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Majid Motamedzadeh ◽  
Mohsen Mahdinia ◽  
Ebrahim Darvishi ◽  
Reza Shahidi ◽  
Ali Karimi
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Poor Sleep ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Insomnia Severity Index ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Insomnia Severity

Background: The work ability index (WAI) is a very important factor in planning a job and selecting suitable people for different occupations, and it can be affected by different factors. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of insomnia severity on the employees’ work ability in a construction project. Methods: This descriptive-analytical research has studied 213 employees of construction projects. Morin insomnia severity index (ISI) was used to evaluate the insomnia severity. Moreover, work ability was assessed using a questionnaire designed by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health. Statistical data analysis was performed by SPSS19. Results: The mean age and working experience of the individuals were respectively 36.2 and 11.27 years. The mean and standard deviation of the insomnia severity index was 6.76(2.5). Multiple linear regression analysis showed that insomnia severity, marital status, type of employment, and smoking had a significant effect on work ability index (WAI); so that the mentioned variables explained about 24% of the WAI variance. Conclusion: Since sleep disorders and poor sleep quality can significantly decrease the work ability of employees, it is important to pay attention to sleep-rest programs to maintain and increase work ability and productivity.

scholarly journals Work Ability Index of Shift Working Hospital Nurses in Jordan

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 116-124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dalky F. Heyam ◽  
Gharaibeh Besher ◽  
Al-Khateeb Nesreen
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Satisfaction Level ◽  
Ability Level ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Satisfaction Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Shift Workers ◽  
Ability Index

Background:Despite the extensive literature on work ability, few studies have looked at variables associated with work ability of nurses working fixed versus rotating shifts.Objective:The study aims were to explore variables contributing to work ability and to examine the association of demographic, job satisfaction, and work shift to work ability.Method:A cross-sectional design was utilized to assess work ability level and job satisfaction among nurses working 8 or 12 hour rotating or fixed shifts in Jordanian hospitals. The data collection tools were the Work Ability Index and the Mueller/McCloskey Satisfaction Scale. Data were analyzed to determine the extent to which job satisfaction, shift work, and demographic variables were associated with work ability.Results:Work ability level was “moderate”, while job satisfaction level was “moderately dissatisfied”. A positive significant relationship was found between work ability and job satisfaction (r = 0.347, n = 349, p < 0.000). This relationship was higher for fixed-shift workers (r =.507) compared to rotating-shift workers (r = .299). Standard linear multiple regression analysis indicated that job satisfaction level predicted work ability level (β =.347, p = .000).Conclusion:The study confirmed that promoting job satisfaction leads to higher work ability, and thus, enhances the quality of care provided. The finding that job satisfaction is predictive of work ability has implications for training intervention.

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