Análise do uso da trava de segurança e exposição química dos frentistas em postos de combustíveis: estudo de caso

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the occupational risks related to inhalation of aromatic compounds ( BTEX ) , and to evaluate the use of the safety lock on the fuel pumps. Thus, it was used as methodology a quantitative applied research through a questionnaire in four stations from different regions of the city of Curitiba, Paraná , in order to get a broader view on the subject and make an assessment of the impact that these chemicals have on the health professionals involved , especially the attendants . it had as a result , with respect to the safety lock, all participants in the survey reported being aware of the importance of it , but some attendants answered not respect it , claiming meet the request of customers or their employers. And with regard to PPE 's all aware of its importance but do not always receive and / or use in their occupational activities.