Análise preliminar de riscos ergonômicos na rotina de trabalho de lone workers: uma proposta aplicada ao time de vendas nacional

Abstract

This study presents a literature review on Ergonomics, Health, and Posture to align the analysis conducted with existing literature and indicate directions for research on ergonomic aspects related to lone workers, specifically drivers who form the sales team of a company located in the northern region of Paraná, Brazil. Based on this perspective, an evaluation tailored to the target audience will be proposed, adapted from ergonomic tools found in the studies by Bunpot and Klangduen (2019) and Borodina et al. (2021). The study will adopt the ergonomic tool Driver Ergonomic Risk Assessment (DERA) as a foundation, complemented by a questionnaire designed for application via the company's occupational health and safety management platform. The purpose of the questionnaire is to: characterize the profile of participants, gather information about their work routines, and identify potential body areas affected by pain or discomfort related to their professional activities. The goal is to identify the primary ergonomic risks faced by these workers, who spend long hours driving, and propose mitigation strategies. Finally, ergonomic tools were proposed and the company under study is already proposing to implement them due to their scope and to ensure the safety and health of workers.