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P-522 WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OVERWORK AMONG SALES AND LOGISTICS WORKERS IN KOREA
Authors: Kim Hyoung-Ryoul 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
As online orders expand, offline stores are shrinking, and logistics and delivery are becoming key business areas. There is also a big change in the working environment of workers at large discount stores.

Methods
In this study, offline sales workers, online order packaging, online order delivery workers were interviewed about the working environment, and labor intensity evaluation using heart rate measurement was conducted. A total of 13 people were evaluated for labor intensity using heart rate, and interviews were conducted on the working environment.

Results
Sales and packaging workers worked eight hours a day and five days a week, but the majority worked Saturday and Sunday. Online delivery workers worked 26 days a month and were off 4 days a month. They had two days off every two weeks, so they worked 13-14 days in a row. In addition, they often do delivery work at night and do other side jobs in the morning, so the total working hours per day were often 15-16 hours. In the labor intensity evaluation using heart rate, some overwork was confirmed in packaging workers, and overwork due to long working hours was also confirmed in delivery workers.

Discussion
Rather than being positive for the working environment, these changes are heading toward threatening the safety of workers, such as increasing labor intensity, increasing working hours, and increasing night labor.
P-528 WORKERS FATIGUE DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Stanislavoviene Jelena , Vicaite Sigita , Valandis Liepa 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Fatigue is one of the biggest problems in modern society, which too rarely receives attention from health professionals, employers and workers. Economic and technological progress, the accelerating pace of life have been forcing people to be in a constant hurry. The situation has been further complicated by the pandemic, which has changed the working conditions. So, the aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of fatigue among workers during COVID pandemic and evaluate its relationship with the psychosocial job environment.“

Methodology
a multidimensional fatigue instrument was chosen for the study, measuring five forms of fatigue: general, physical fatigue, decreased activity, decreased motivation, mental fatigue. Psychosocial job environment was evaluated by UK HSE stress Indicator Tool. 1229 employees from Vilnius (Lithuania) participated in the study in 2001.

Results and discussion
It was established that even 65% of respondents working in the public sector, and 57% of those working in the business sector showed clear signs of fatigue. The study showed that support from supervisors and colleagues can act as a protective factor leading to a lower level of fatigue. The study also found that those raising children or living with others (elderly or sick relatives), are more tired than individuals living alone or in pairs.

Conclusions
62% of study participants showed clear signs of fatigue. Support from supervisors and colleagues can act as a protective factor leading to a lower level of fatigue as far as some social circumstances (egz. small children or sick relatives) increased the level of the worker’s fatigue.
P-530 SLEEP INTERVENTIONS TO IMPROVE SLEEP, ALERTNESS, AND METABOLIC HEALTH IN NIGHT-SHIFT WORKERS: DESIGN OF THE KAIROS-STUDY
Authors: Loef Bette , Van Kerkhof Linda , van der Holst Heidi Lammers- , Dollé Martijn 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Night-shift work is associated with detrimental health effects, such as sleep disorders and cardiometabolic diseases. Targeting impaired sleep of night-shift workers may be useful in preventing (long-term) health problems. Therefore, the Kairos-study aims to investigate the effect of two sleep interventions on sleep, alertness, and metabolic health in night shift workers.

Methods/Results
The design is a randomized controlled trial with three study arms: a split-sleep group (receives advice on splitting daytime sleep into two blocks of sleep, before and in between consecutive night shifts), a powernap group (receives advice on taking a 20-minute powernap during night shifts), and a control group. Every group will consist of 30 night-shift workers aged 18-60 years (n=90 in total). Participants will be measured at baseline (before the intervention starts), at the start of the intervention, 3 and 6 months after the start of the intervention, and 12 and 24 months after baseline. The primary outcomes are objectively-measured quantity of sleep (actigraphy) and alertness (psychomotor vigilance task) during night shifts. Secondary outcomes include quality of sleep, subjective alertness, and a set of relevant clinical biomarkers of metabolic health. Outcomes will be compared between intervention groups and control group.

Discussion/Conclusion
Night-shift work is prevalent and difficult to limit in our 24/7 society, yet there is currently limited evidence on effective interventions to prevent negative health consequences of night-shift work in a real-life context. The Kairos-study will contribute to this need by evaluating the effects of two promising sleep interventions aiming to improve sleep, alertness, and metabolic health in night-shift workers.
P-534 NIGHT SHIFT DUTY AMONG ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY PERSONNEL: WHAT GROUNDS FOR EXEMPTION?
Authors: Haouari Wala , Kamoun Salma , Ziedi Hiba , Fantar Asma , Amri Adel 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Sleep deprivation can be responsible for the onset or decompensation of numerous chronic pathologies. Military activity has its own particularities in terms of work organization and working hours. Objectives: To study the main reasons for exemption from night shift duty among active military personnel.

Methods
This is a retrospective descriptive study of active-duty military personnel who applied for exemption from night duty at the Military Occupational Health Center from January 1 st, 2017, to December 31 st, 2022

Results
A total of 158 granted requests for exemption from night duty were included in this study. The average age of the study population was 42.7 + 8.7 years. Men represented 98.1% of the cases. Non-commissioned officers represented 57.1% of the study population, 26.9% were enlisted men and 16% were officers. The main reasons for avoiding night shift duty were insulin-requiring diabetes (24.3%), followed by depressive anxiety disorders (19.6%). cardiovascular disease, epilepsy and inflammatory diseases accounted for 17.3%, 11.4% and 8.8% of the reasons for exemption respectively. Other reasons included sleep apnea syndrome (2.6%), neoplastic diseases (2%) and post-traumatic stress disorder (1.9%).

Discussion
Our results are comparable to those of similar studies conducted in the general population.

Conclusion
Improved scheduling of work hours in a military environment could prevent the exacerbation of certain chronic diseases.
P-549 EXPECTATIONS OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSES REGARDING EMERGENCY RESPONSE IN THE WORKPLACE: PERSPECTIVES FROM EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE PROVIDERS
Authors: Matsuda Yuko , Yamabe Yuta , Omura Kazuya , Yokomizo Ikumi , Arakida Mikako 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
This study aimed to clarify the expectations of emergency medical service providers (EMSPs) from occupational health nurses (OHNs) to develop an emergency response application for OHNs. This work was supported by JSPS KAKENHI Grant Number JP22K11252.

Methods
This qualitative study conducted five focus group interviews with 19 EMSPs (3–5 people per group) from March to April 2023 to determine their expectations from OHNs regarding emergency response at their workplaces. The transcripts were analyzed based on qualitative content analysis using the software NVivo. This study was conducted after obtaining approval from the ethics committee of the author’s affiliated institution. The authors have no financial conflicts of interest disclose concerning the study.

Results
EMSPs expected OHNs to “respond to patients” and “provide information and ensure safety at the workplace where the event occurred.” For patients, the following steps were considered important: confirming and ensuring safety, checking vital signs, and providing an initial response to injured and ill individuals according to standardized protocols. In addition, other cited approaches to expedite treatment included medication records, medical history, information regarding the workplace and directions to the workplace where the event occurred, and response to pre-arrival calls.

Discussion and Conclusion
EMSPs considered the emergency response immediately after illness onset and information about the scene, the injured patient, and the mechanism of illness onset important. Accordingly, they expected OHNs to intervene based on the aforementioned considerations.
P-554 PRACTICAL APPROACHES AND CHALLENGES OF CONTINUOUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSES FOR BALANCING BETWEEN TREATMENT AND WORK
Authors: Yoshikawa Etsuko , Abe HItomi 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
The support system for workers with diseases in Japan has been rapidly developed since the publication of the relevant guideline and action plan in 2016. This study elucidated the practice and challenges for continuous support to workers with diseases, which is mainly provided by occupational health nurses (OHNs).

Methods
This study adopted a qualitative descriptive research design and conducted semi-structured interviews with 22 OHNs. It qualitatively analyzed data for the practical aspects of continuous support and the circumstances and reasons for suspending such support.

Results
The continuous support by OHNs were categorized as (1) following internal health management regulation, (2) follow-up based on health examination results, (3) initiated by voluntary consultation from employees, and (4) consultation requests by internal departments. The circumstances that could lead to the suspension of continuous support were frequently the termination of health management category certification based on internal regulations. The factors contributing to the termination of the category included individual health condition, support from supervisors and colleagues, commitment from the company’s human resources and labor affairs personnel, and the establishment of internal regulations.

Discussion and Conclusion
In the continuous support for balance between treatment and work, OHNs, as professionals closest to employees, provide meticulous support to workers with illnesses and their workplace supervisors and colleagues through routine occupational health activities. This result suggests a multifaceted approach that spans from individuals to entire groups and organizations that includes enhancing self-care abilities, improving health literacy, fostering awareness within the workplace, and promoting a corporate culture that supports balance between treatment and work.
O-366 REPEATED THERMAL RELIEF TO ENHANCE PLEASURE OF WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENTS FOR INCREASED HUMAN RESILIENCE AND REDUCED ENERGY USE
Authors: Schweiker Marcel 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
The distinction between distress and eustress is known beyond occupational medicine for decades. However, current practices considering physical conditions at work-places, such as room temperatures, focus on the avoidance of distress and the provision of stable conditions within small exposure ranges. Initial studies suggest benefits of dynamic, broader ranged conditions for increasing human resilience and decreasing energy use relevant for combatting climate change. Still, there is marginal knowledge on the effects of dynamic conditions on human reactions. This study focussed on the effect of sequences with thermal stress and relief on thermal sensation, pleasure and physiological reactions.

Methods
Participants (N(Total)=60, N(Female)=31) in two age groups (N(&lt;32 years)=33, N(&gt;50 years)=27) attended one three-hour session in a controlled laboratory setting including 8 sequences of thermal stress and relief. Each sequence started with 10 minutes of thermal stress (room temperature 30°C, long trousers and shirts, air velocity &lt; 0.05 m/s) followed by 4.5 minutes of relief (same temperature/clothing, air velocity approx. 0.3 m/s). Subjective (perception) and objective (skin temperature, heart rate) reactions are collected throughout.

Results
Thermal sensation significantly changed from slightly warm to neutral between stress and relief (Z=16.5, p&lt;.001, d=0.96). Simultaneously, thermal pleasure increased (Z=10.4, p&lt;.001, d=0.39). Physiological reactions support psychological ones.

Discussion
Results show important insides into benefits of dynamic thermal conditions and human reactions to these and contribute to the discussion on factors supporting human resilience.

Conclusion
Going beyond stable thermal conditions may be supporting health-promoting office environments that have less impact on resource use and climate change.
P-556 MOBILE NURSING SERVICES AND CLIMATE CHANGE - PERCEPTIONS AND CHALLENGES
Authors: Frantzen Chiara , Kaifie Andrea 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
In Germany, four out of five patients in need of care are cared for at home, often with the support of mobile nursing services. Although the impact of heat waves in relation to climate change is increasingly in focus for inpatient care, the consequences for patients as well as workers in mobile care services remain underexplored. The aim of this study was to assess the perceptions and challenges of heat waves on patients and workers’ health in mobile nursing services.

Methods
A 30 items containing questionnaire was distributed among mobile care services in a major German city. The questions included perceptions of climate change, impact on own and patients’ health as well as measures in the event of a heat wave.

Results
The mobile services cared for an average of 177 patients. Although, 79% of the services were interested in training on climate change, 38% of the participants did not feel sufficiently informed about heat protection measures. In terms of protective measures for the workers, light clothing (70%) and more rest on hot days (50%) were offered. However, 47.5% of the participants reported no concrete plan of action for dealing with heat events at work.

Discussion
The knowledge and implementation of protective measures during heat waves for workers as well as patients remains challenging. Setting-specific heat protection measures should be implemented in early education and continued training. In addition, a heat wave action plan for mobile care services should be established and distributed.

Conclusion
Heat waves remain a challenge for mobile nursing services workers.
P-558 CARDIORESPIRATORY RESPONSE TO HEAT STRESS IN OUTDOOR WORKERS: A PERSONALISED MEDICINE APPROACH BY WEARABLE DEVICES
Authors: Schino Valentina , Stufano Angela , Bartolomeo Nicola , Ravallese Riccardo , Sacino Gabriele , Rodriquez Giovanni , De Maria Luigi , De Palma Giuseppe , Merli Stefano , Vimercati Luigi , Lovreglio Piero 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Heat stress could increase the burden of death and illness in workers engaged in outdoor activities. Despite the growing attention on occupational risks caused by climate change, there is still little information on the alterations associated with thermal stress during different working activities.

Objective
The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between heat stress indicators and cardio-respiratory parameters during outdoor work activities using innovative wearable devices.

Methods
Twenty-five healthy workers employed in different outdoor contexts wore during their entire work shift a multiparametric wearable device integrating sensors measuring physiological parameters such as skin temperature, partial oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, heart rate. During the same days, measurements were taken of the climatic conditions in the working area.

Results
The correlation analysis between the climatic and the cardiorespiratory parameters recorded through the devices showed different significant correlations for each recruited worker. A significant positive correlation was found between radiant temperature and minimum skin temperature and heart rate, (r 0.64 and 0.63 respectively, p&lt;0.01), while a negative correlation was observed with maximum respiratory rate (r -0.7, p&lt;0.01). In contrast, air temperature showed a significant positive correlation with mean skin temperature and with minimum heart rate (r 0.78 and 0.65 respectively, p&lt;0.01).

Conclusions
The sensor devices made it possible to identify individual cardiorespiratory changes in response to different climatic conditions and to assess the adaptation of workers to thermal stress, enabling a precision medicine approach.
P-559 HEAT STRESS IN WORKERS PERFORMING SEA SALT HAND-HARVESTING TO PRESERVE HISTORIC AND TECHNICAL HERITAGE
Authors: Bonfiglioli Roberta , Venturi Luca , De Simone Giulio 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Global warming has increased the impact of heat on individuals who work outdoors in hot climate areas. Sea salt hand-harvesting exposes workers to physical heavy workload and heat stress. The aim of the study was to describe the activity and to assess the risk of heat stress for sea salt farm workers utilizing manual ancient techniques.

Methods
We assessed the process of sea salt farming in a saltwork area in northern Italy where the production is still carried out as it was more than two centuries ago to preserve historic and technical heritage.

Results
Sea salt farming is a seasonal work which begins in the spring, making the sea water drain away and preparing the evaporation ponds to extract salt from seawater natural evaporation. The saltwork area has no vegetation and is breezy. Hand-harvesting is carried out in summertime. Workers extract the salt from the top of the ponds, scoop the salt into piles. The salt is delivered into a cart using baskets and then piled for stocking. All the tools are wooden made.

Discussion
Heat stress is the main risk of salt hand-harvesting due to high air temperature, high humidity, the great amount of sun radiation combined with the lack of shade and medium-high physical activity. Health related outcomes range from discomfort, dehydration, skin damage due to sunlight and direct contact with salt, musculoskeletal injuries.

Conclusion
Strategies to protect workers employed in traditional sea salt production from heat stress are crucial also in the light of climate change adaptation.
O-374 THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN PERCEIVED JOB SECURITY AND HELP-SEEKING BEHAVIOR AMONG SWEDISH SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Authors: Persson Roger , Leo Ulf , Håkansson Carita , Oudin Anna , Arvidsson Inger , Österberg Kai 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Employment insecurity can trigger distress and bodily symptoms that prompt people to seek help from general practitioners. Therefore, we examined the association between perceived job security and help-seeking among Swedish school principals.

Methods
Cross-sectional survey data from 2219 Swedish school principals (78% women; mean age 49 years [SD 7 years]) were analyzed. Eight items assessed whether the principals during the last 2 years had sought help (Yes/No) from a general practitioner (physician) to alleviate symptoms. Perceived job security was assessed with one item and subsequently categorized into high (i.e., very high to high) versus low (i.e., moderate to very low) job security.

Results
High job security was reported by 87.7% of the principals. Principals with low job security sought more frequently help from a general practitioner for symptoms of anxiety (14.9% vs. 7.2%), low mood/depression (15.5% vs. 9.6%), sleep problems (17.6% vs. 11.0%), intestinal problems (22.3% vs. 14.5%), memory problems or difficulties concentrating (8.8% vs. 5.7%), tiredness/exhaustion, (23.3% vs. 15.4%), chest pains (15.5% vs. 10.8%), or headache and/or musculoskeletal problems (26.0% vs. 18.9%) (all chi-square p’s &lt;0.038).

Discussion
Despite the generally high levels of perceived job security, it was more common for principals with low job security to seek help from general practitioners. Especially anxiety, low mood/depression, and sleep problems were overrepresented reasons for help-seeking.

Conclusion
The perception of low job security seems to have the potential to contribute to an increased health-care consumption among Swedish school principals. Yet, reverse causality cannot be excluded (e.g., help-seeking triggers doubts that fosters perceived low job security).
O-377 RELEVANT FACTORS IN PROMOTING THE SUSTAINABLE EMPLOYABILITY OF ENTERTAINMENT WORKERS? AN EXPLORATORY STUDY
Authors: Miglioretti Massimo , Picco Eleonora 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
In the most recent conceptualizations, every worker is considered sustainably employed when he can obtain tangible opportunities in the form of capabilities to maintain his job over time. The aim of this research, overcoming a lack in the literature, was to investigate which resources and conversion factors can concretely favor the development of capabilities and, therefore, sustainable employment among entertainment workers. Entertainment employment is characterized by marked contractual heterogeneity, precariousness, and discontinuity.

Methods
123 employed or unemployed entertainment workers completed an online survey (age: 39, 66% men, 52% actors, singers, or dancers). The survey analyzed health capabilities, productivity capabilities, valuable work capabilities, long-term perspective capabilities, intrinsic motivation, the social and organizational policy of sustainable employability, sustainable leadership, Work-Health Balance, job satisfaction, and perceived performance. Network analysis was conducted to explore the unique pattern of relationships between the variables investigated.

Results
Social policies of sustainable employability were found to be strongly and positively associated with organizational sustainable employability policies. The latter has a strong and positive link with sustainable leadership, which is, in turn, positively linked to value, health, and productivity capabilities. Furthermore, the work-health balance positively relates to sustainable leadership, which is by far the strongest and most predictive network variable.

Discussion
In entertainment contexts, sustainable leadership that is attentive to safeguarding the workers’ well-being and health is key to promoting employability.

Conclusion
The study emphasizes the importance of adopting the sustainable employability approach, even among vulnerable workers such as entertainment workers.