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O-216 ADDICTION AND WORK: A CASE REPORT IN THE IBN ROCHD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL CENTER (IR-UHC)
Authors: Omali Asmaa , Wifaq Kamal , Tahri Loubna , Youabd Saadia , Elkholti Abdeljalil 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Addictive behavior in the healthcare facility is a matter of concern, due to the risk it poses to the health and safety of workers. Our objective is to determine the fitness for work of a doctor with a chronic addiction to hypnotics.

Materials and methods
To develop an analytical approach to the medical assessment of a doctor with an addiction to hypnotics, using the French version of the Addiction Severity Index (ASI). This validated tool enables multifactorial assessment of addictions.

Results
A 33-year-old medical specialist working in the medical department of CHU-IRC was referred to the occupational health department for assessment of his fitness for work. He had been chronically addicted to hypnotics for 4 years. An initial psychiatric assessment showed that this addiction could have an impact on his ability to carry out his duties. After medical treatment, a second assessment showed the patient to have been abstinent for 45 days, with no symptoms of aggression. The ASI showed an addiction of moderate severity to hypnotics, with a negative urine test. We conclude that this physician is fit for work.

Discussion
The occupational physician must specify the fitness for work of the drug-addicted worker, this is based on knowledge of the workstation and the severity of the addiction. Aptitude criteria include vigilance, attention and quality of psychomotor execution.

Conclusion
Cooperation between occupational physician and addictologist is essential to determine the medical fitness for work of the drug-addicted worker. This should be done as part of a systemic approach to prevention.
O-222 STUDY OF BREAST CANCER AMONG HEALTHCARE WORKERS
Authors: Asrir Ihsan , Wifaq Kamal , Tahri Loubna , Soltani Sara , El Kholti Abdeljalil 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
The care environment exposes healthcare workers (HCWs) to a set of risks, some of which are potentially carcinogenic. Our objective is to estimate the incidence of breast cancer and to identify the risk factors for this cancer in female HCWs at the Ibn Rochd University Hospital Center in Casablanca.

Methods
This is a retrospective study of ten cases among HCWs with breast cancer, collected over a period of 7 years (2013 -2020).

RESULTS
Ten cases of breast cancer were collected; the average age was 47 years and the average professional seniority was 18 years. They were six nurses, two secretaries, a radiology technician and an oncologist. The antecedents at hiring were breast adenofibroma in two cases. Four nurses were assigned to night work. All cases received sick leave as part of long-term sick leave. Eight cases returned to work and two cases died. A change of position was indicated in only one case and the adjustments in the workplace were indicated in six cases to facilitate return to work.

Discussion
Epidemiological and experimental studies demonstrated that ionizing and non-ionizing radiation exposure, night-shift work, solvents and cytostatic have been implicated in breast cancer among HCWs, particularly at young ages. However, the mechanisms by which occupational factors can promote breast cancer initiation and progression remains to be elucidated.

Conclusion
Targeted studies with a more detailed assessment of exposure will be interested in order to be able to decide on the reality of the risk among HCWs and to put in place adequate preventive measures
O-223 MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS (MSDS) AMONG PHYSIOTHERAPISTS: A STUDY OF 9 CASES
Authors: Hammal Asmaa , Wifaq Kamal , Soltani Sara , Es-Saadi Kawtar , Norredine Doha , El Kholti Abdeljalil 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) represent a common occupational health issue among physiotherapists. The aim of this study is to characterize MSDs, identify the most frequent types, and demonstrate the importance of medical monitoring for these workers.

Materials and Methods
This is a descriptive study conducted among physiotherapists working in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Ibn Rochd University Hospital in Casablanca. Data were collected from medical records at the occupational health service and analyzed using JAMOVI statistical software.

Results
Seventeen medical records were analyzed, and it was found that 52.9% of physiotherapists suffer from MSDs. Out of the 9 cases, 5 (29.4%) were related to upper limb MSDs, with rotator cuff tendinitis being the most frequent (4 cases, 23.5%). Three cases (17.7%) were related to lower limb MSDs, and one case (5.9%) was related to lumbar spine MSD. Medical assessment by the occupational health physician was conducted for 3 cases (17.6%), leading to workplace adjustments. Additionally, one case was recognized as an eligible work-related compensable disease.

Discussions
Several studies have shown that the prevalence of MSDs among physiotherapists is over 50%, with a predominance in the upper limbs, which is consistent with our findings. The decision to make workplace adjustments is subjective and dependent on the working conditions.

Conclusion
The high frequency of MSDs among physiotherapists emphasizes the need for increased medical monitoring of these workers. Assessing the employees’ suitability for their job by the occupational health doctor is crucial, aiming to modify their work setups to prevent additional decline in health.
O-240 RADIATION PROTECTION FOR A PREGNANT RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Authors: Mazroui Imane , Tahri Loubna , Wifaq Kamal , Benjdiya Malak , Hammal Asmaa , El Kholti Abdeljalil 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Exposure to radiation during pregnancy in woman working in the medical field often leads to a disproportionate concern regarding risks to the fetus. The objective of this study is to emphasize the importance of radiation protection for pregnant women.

Materials and Methods
The case study was conducted with a six weeks technician assigned to the radiology department at CHU Ibn Rochd in Casablanca, through medical interviews.

Results
The technician reported to the occupational physician an accidental pregnancy at 6 weeks gestation. Her work involved a rotation between the standard radiology and the CT scan rooms, with a daily work schedule of 6 hours. No personal protective equipment was used. The last reading of her dosimeter revealed a dose of 0.26 mSv.

Discussion
According to the ICRP 84, The control of the occupational exposure of non-pregnant women is the same as that for men. However, if a woman is declared pregnant, additional controls have to be considered. The recommended fetal dose should not exceed 1mSv without the necessity to avoid work with radiation. A change to a position with lower exposure can be requested by the worker. In our case, due to the unavailability of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), a temporary adjustment to the technician’s position was proposed, involving an exclusion from the controlled area, as well as quarterly reevaluation of her health status by the occupational physician.

Conclusion
Occupational physicians play a crucial role in informing employers and employees about radiation risks and the importance of radiation protection, especially for pregnant women.
P-409 ACCELERATING THE NATIONAL TUBERCULOSIS ELIMINATION PROGRAM BY LAUNCHING MISSION TB FREE INDIANOIL TO DECLARE INDIANOIL TB FREE BY 2025
Authors: Sharma Sandeep , Mehrotra Ranjan , Kumar Simant 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
India is a signatory to UN SDG which envisage TB-free world by 2030. India aims to achieve this milestone by 2025. IndianOil launched ‘TB Free IndianOil Workplaces’ project to achieve UN SDG 3.3.

Methods
TB Free IndianOil Workplaces was launched in three phases. Phase-1 covered employees and their families through an TB screening app, covering more than 1 Lakh beneficiaries. 397 suspected individuals were further investigated for tuberculosis. Phase-2 covers contractual workers and Phase-3 covers front-line workers screening more than 7 lakh IndianOil beneficiaries. Truenat diagnostic equipment, handheld x-ray machines and mobile medical units were used to screen the surrounding communities.

Result
The symptomatic cases underwent diagnostic TB test and individuals found TB positive are undergoing treatment as per the TB treatment protocols till they are found free from tuberculosis. TB disease can be found in different socio-economic strata of the society and is no more limited to poor and undernourished population. Detecting TB early and treating it is the only way to make it curable and non-infectious.

Discussion
The biggest challenge with tuberculosis is that it is an air-borne infection. A proactive, caring & dynamic strategy helps in active case finding and ensuring treatment of the positive cases.

Conclusion
Systematic screening of workforce in an organization can substantially contribute in identification, treatment, and elimination of TB, thereby contributing to achieve UN SDG 3.3 i.e. end of epidemic of communicable diseases by 2030.
O-268 PROMOTING EMPLOYEES’ HEALTH THROUGH THE OFFICE LAYOUT: A SCOPING LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors: Poncelet Stien , Balci Ozan , Nguyen Alex , Moere Andrew Vande , Godderis Lode , Bruyninckx Herman 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
People in the Western World typically spend about 40 percent of their waking time at work, mainly in office settings. Since the built environment is an important determinant of health, the office layout is crucial to promote and maintain employees’ health. This study aims to formulate guidelines for designing salutogenic (i.e. health-promoting) office layouts that reduce environmental demands (e.g. covering distracting noises) and enhance environmental resources (e.g. creating views to the outside) based on different work contexts.

Methods
Following the PRISMA-ScR methodology, a scoping literature review across the disciplines of (occupational) health and (interior) architecture will be conducted to identify the salutogenic characteristics of an office layout which mitigate environmental demands or enhance environmental resources. Articles published in English between 1990 and 2023 will be sourced from Pubmed, Embase, Web of Science, Scopus, Proquest, and Avery databases.

Results
Salutogenic office layout characteristics will be categorized into themes (including privacy, ergonomics, crowding, nature, personalization, social support and aesthetics) and work contexts, resulting in guidelines for designers, managers, and researchers.

Discussion
Preliminary findings demonstrate the potential of office layout in enhancing social cohesion, connection with nature, physical activity and personalization.

Conclusion
By offering guidelines on how an office layout should be designed in order to promote employees’ health, this study encourages workplace designers, managers and researchers to take an evidence-based approach to create health-promoting office environments.
O-269 HOW DOES DAY-TO-DAY STRESS APPRAISAL RELATE TO COPING AMONG OFFICE WORKERS IN ACADEMIA? AN ECOLOGICAL MOMENTARY ASSESSMENT STUDY
Authors: Clays Els , Hulin Stephanie , Jožef Junoš Lukan , Caluwaerts Anneleen , De Neve Rosalie , Jožef Mitja Luštrek , De Bacquer Dirk , Bolliger Larissa 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Existing literature indicates that academic staff experience increasing levels of work stress. This study investigated associations between day-to-day threat and challenge appraisal and day-to-day problem-focused coping, emotion-focused coping, and seeking social support among academic office workers.

Methods
This study is based on an Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) design with a 15-working day data collection period utilizing our self-developed STRAW smartphone application. A total of 55 office workers from academic institutions in Belgium (n=29) and Slovenia (n=26) were included and 3665 item measurements were analysed. Participants were asked approx. every 90min about their appraisal of stressful events (experienced during the working day) and their coping styles. For data analysis, we used an unstructured covariance matrix in our linear mixed models.

Results
Challenge appraisal predicted problem-focused coping, and threat appraisal predicted emotion-focused coping. Our findings suggest an association between threat appraisal as well as challenge appraisal and seeking social support. Younger and female workers chose social support more often as a coping style. While working from home, participants were less likely to seek social support.

Discussion
Participants reported seeking social support less during working from home compared to working at the office, making the work location an aspect that deserves further research.

Conclusion
The findings of our EMA study confirm previous research on the relationship between stress appraisal and coping with stress. Furthermore, our results suggest an association between both threat as well as challenge appraisal and seeking social support – associations that have rarely been studied until now.
O-275 ASSOCIATION BETWEEN STATUS OF WORK ARRANGEMENTS WITH WORK ENGAGEMENT: A NATIONWIDE PROSPECTIVE COHORT STUDY
Authors: Adi Nuri Purwito , Nagata Tomohisa , Odagami Kiminori , Mori Koji 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Flexible work arrangements are becoming more popular since the Covid-19 pandemic. It allows employees not to physically interact with colleagues during working process. This phenomenon leads to several consequences both positive and negative. Our study aims to identify the status of flexible work arrangements compared to fixed work arrangements associated with work engagement.

Methods
This study is part of W2S-Ohpm study, a nationwide, online survey, prospective cohort study among workers in Japan. Work engagement was examined using Japanese version of Utrecht Work Engagement Scale. Status of work arrangement was defined using a single question, categorized into fixed work arrangement (regular and shift working time system) and flexible work arrangement (flextime, variable working hours system and discretion labor). Participants were observed from year 2022 – 2023. Linear regression was used for statistical analysis. The study was approved by UOEH, Japan ethics committee and followed CHERRIES guidelines.

Results
There were 16,629 participants following one-year observation. We found that flexible working arrangement employees were likely to have better work engagement compared to fixed work arrangement employees (Coefficient 2.401, p&lt;0.001). The association was kept significant after being adjusted with sex, age, education, income, type of industry, job position and work from home status (Coefficient 1.070, p&lt;0.001).

Discussion
Application of flexible work engagement was likely led to positive outcome of work engagement. It may be implemented at any kind of workplace, job position and possibly combined with work from home status.

Conclusions
Flexible work arrangements can be implemented not only for decreasing work demands but also increasing work engagement.
O-282 IMPACT OF WORKPLACE COUNSELLING SERVICES IN GARMENT MANUFACTURING UNITS OF SOUTH INDIA: AN EVALUATION
Authors: Arasu Sakthi , Joseph Bobby , Angeline Nancy 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background
India is one of the leading producers of apparel with a large number of employees in garment manufacturing units. Though their physical health is taken care of according to the mandate of the Indian Factories Act, their mental health is often overlooked. Studies have shown that prevalence of mental health issues is high in this population.

Aim
To assess the impact of workplace counseling services among the employees of garment manufacturing units in South India.

Methodology
The workplace counseling services program included selection of motivated individuals from each factory and training them on basic counseling skills. After training, the team is supported in conducting awareness programs and workplace counseling sessions. After one year, an evaluation was done to assess the impact of the program.

Results
Over 5 years, 25 factories with 15,000 employees were covered and 170 people were trained who in turn helped 1472 people with 403 counseling and 1069 support services (stress management or problem-solving techniques, financial planning, etc.). The cases were 75% marital issues, 15% workplace issues, and 3% financial issues. On assessing the reach by interviewing a random sample of 1% of employees, 83.8% knew about the program, 84.2% knew who the mental health team members were; 50% had attended awareness sessions conducted by the team; and 71% had seen the posters displayed.

Discussion- Conclusion
A team of employees trained in basic mental health and counseling services went a long way in addressing mental health issues, overcoming the stigma around mental health, and helping out employees create a positive work environment.
P-414 PROFESSIONAL BURNOUT AS A PREDICTOR OF THE RISK OF ADJUSTMENT DISORDERS IN EMPLOYEES CHEMICAL PRODUCTION
Authors: Kazan State Svetlana Kuzmina 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
By 2019, mental disorders among the most active age group (15-49 years) get the first range of the global burden of disease, A. Cieza at al., 2020. In ICD-11 «Problems associated with working conditions» includes QD85 «Professional burnout syndrome». The limitations: psychologists and occupational medicine specialists almost are based on scales and questionnaire methods.

Methods
Interpretation of the results, not confirmed by clinical interviewing by a psychiatrist, does not allow to diagnose the psychopathological phenomenon and limits therapeutic intervention at the early stages of the formation of psychopathological symptoms. The goal is to assess the risk factors for the formation of psychiatry disorders in employees of enterprises at the highest risk - the production of powder and other basic organic chemicals.

Results
The assessment of working conditions, socio-industrial characteristics, clinical and psychopathological examination of 1,474 workers (4 groups, including control) was carried out. Results relative contraindications to work may do not reach the clinical level: workers under the influence of a chemical factor in combination with noise and emotional stress accentuations of the nature of the anxiety type, asthenic and conversion circle.

Discussion -Conclusion
Workers in conditions of the chemical factor of production in combination with the threat to life in the form of explosion and fire hazard have asthenic-vegetative and anxiety–phobic symptoms, accentuation of the nature of the inhibited circle and the conversion type of response. To work under the influence of noise and emotional stress (no chemical factor) – isolated manifestations of the syndrome of disorders of the autonomic nervous system, asthenia and pronounced anxious character traits
P-417 ASSESSMENT OF PHYSIOLOGICAL STRESS IN PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS ON WORK DAY AND FREE DAY WITH HEART RATE VARIABILITY MEASUREMENT
Authors: Plemenitaš Kaja , Ratkajec Tihomir 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Heart rate variability is lately being commonly used tool to research mental stress in different occupational groups. Our aim was to determine whether there is a difference in the parameters of heart rate variability and to assess subjective stress in primary school teachers between working time and free time.

Methods
After exclusion criteria the observed population was 19 female teachers, 25 to 45 years old. Heart rate variability was measured on 2 school hours with a 5-minute break during working hours and at the same time on a free day with portable device. The observed variables were heart rate (HR), SDNN, rMSSD, pNN50% and HF. During the measurements teachers also filled in a diary of stressful situations. Variables were analyzed with paired t-test.

Results
The difference in SDNN on a working day was statistically significantly lower than on a free day (t = 3.26; p = 0.0043). The values of the domains rMSSD (t = 2.35; p = 0.019), pNN50% (t = 3.06; p = 0.0023) and HF (T = 2.77; p = 0,0057) were also statistically significant lower on the working day. Teachers reported more stressful events during measurements on working day.

Discussion
Results indicate reduced overall autonomic activity and parasympathetic withdrawal on working day. The strength of this research was that measurements were conducted in real situation, disadvantage were uncontrolled confounding variables.

Conclusion
With measuring heart rate variability results show poorer modulation of the autonomic nervous system at workplace and this can be an indicator of stress.
P-437 IS DIGITAL MENTAL HEALTH INTERVENTION IN WORKPLACE A PARADIGM OF EAP (EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM)?- A META-ANALYSIS
Authors: Saha Rajat Kumar 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background
There are various modes of provision of a comprehensive EAP with their respective pros & cons, but during the current times, digital mental health intervention is often considered the best. An assessment can justify the application, relevance & significance of digital mental health intervention in workplace in perspective of ideal EAP. A significant number of evaluation studies of this digital platform based implementation strategy of EAP based on facilitators & barriers, employee engagement, effectiveness & efficiency are there.

Methods
The literature PubMed, MedKnow, Medline, Science Direct, Cochrane databases were searched from 1996 to 2021 using the keywords “Digital”, “Mental Health”, “EAP”, “Workplace” together with “Wellness”. Papers in English were included. 7 most relevant articles were selected for the meta-analysis.

Results
In a study, digital mental health interventions had a statistically significant effect post intervention on both psychological well-being (g=0.37, 95% CI 0.23-0.50) and work effectiveness (g=0.25, 95% CI 0.09-0.41) compared with the control. A research showed reduction in general anxiety symptom severity, SMD of -0.75 (95% CI -0.98 to -0.52) showing a significantly greater decrease in general anxiety following the experimental intervention, with considerable heterogeneity (I2 = 78%), compared to therapist contact resulted in a non-significant difference (SMD -0.31, 95% CI -0.65 to 0.03; I2 = 3%).

Discussion and Conclusions
While there are some barriers to engagement of digital modality in workplaces, but pros definitely outnumber the cons. Thus statistical significant results correlate & establish the fact that digital mental health intervention is better in comparison to other modality.