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P-445 CREATING A POSITIVE AND SUSTAINABLE BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE AT WORK IN A MULTINATIONAL COMPANY
Authors: Eslava Isabel Ortega , Azevedo Valmir , Hugé Aline , Shen Ariel , Islas Jose Alberto , Ceusters Géraldine , Zuccari Maud , Von Jeinsen Karin , Gurova Krasimira , Ciberti Alessandro , Bellas Juan Antonio , Boonen Mireille , Shah Jay , Winslow Rebecca 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Solvay is committed to create a Sustainable Better Life for Employees, Communities and the Society at large.

Material and methods
We want to raise the bar in Health and Wellbeing to create a Sustainable Positive Healthy Organization, in coherence with Solvay Culture of Caring, focusing on the Human dimension as key for a sustainable business.

Results and Discussion
The aim is to create a Positive and Sustainable Better Quality of Life at work, not only by protecting the physical and mental health and preventing the risks, but going beyond and promoting health and wellbeing, making people’s life better thanks to the work at Solvay and therefore having also a positive impact in the Business, Community and Society.
Our approach relies on validated models from the Positive Organizational Psychology, coherent with Solvay Culture, as the Job Demand-Resource Model and the HERO (Healthy and Resilient Organization) Model. Similar approach is being developed in the European H-Work Project to promote Mental Health.
Being People-focused, we want to contribute to develop Healthy Employees (Engaged, Healthy, Resilient, with Trust), thanks to proven Healthy Organizational Resources (Autonomy, Feedback, Emotional competences, Positive and Inclusive Leadership, Team support) and Practices (Human Resources, Health, Safety, Social Responsibility, Communication); this will lead as a consequence to Healthy Organizational Outcomes (Performance, Commitment, Belonging, Authenticity, and less absenteeism, turnover and accidentability).
To make it happen, we have 3 pillars: 1) Governance at Group and Site level, with a Sponsor and a multidisciplinary Committee, 2) an Observatory with periodic diagnosis and indicators and 3) Positive actions multilevel.
P-446 THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT AND THERAPY BEHAVIOR OF WORKERS WITH HYPERTENSION
Authors: Tanaka Masahiro , Nagata Tomohisa , Odagami Kiminori , Adi Nuri Purwito , Mori Koji 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Topic
Prevention and Rehabilitation of Work-Related Diseases in Healthcare Workers – An ISSA Session

Introduction
The previous study showed that supervisor support was associated with continuation of diabetes treatment. However, little is known about the association between Perceived Organizational Support (POS) and hypertension treatment. The present study examined the relationship between POS and seeking behavior of hypertension treatment.

Methods
This was a cross-sectional study conducted in March 2022 among employees aged 20 years or older using self-administered questionnaires. Out of 27,693 workers, 3,198 workers with hypertension were included in the analysis. The independent variable was POS score (0-48 points). The dependent variable was seeking behavior of hypertension treatment. We examined the relationship between POS and seeking behavior of hypertension treatment using logistic regression analysis. We adjusted age, sex, equivalent income, marital status, the number of employees in the workplace, and occupation as covariates. The study was approved by the Ethics Committee of the UOEH.^

Results
There were 2,215 (69.3%) in the treatment group and 983 (30.7%) in the non-treatment group. The higher POS score by one point, the higher the odds ratio of seeking behavior by 1.01, a significant difference. (p-value = 0.02)

Discussion
The study found that there was a statistically significant relationship between POS and seeking behavior of hypertension treatment. A previous study showed that high POS in the workplace is associated with workers’ participation in health behaviors.

Conclusion
High POS may encourage workers to participate in health measures implemented by the company such as a health guidance after health examination.
P-448 PROTOCOL FOR MONITORING EMPLOYEE’S HEALTH DURING INDUSTRIAL GLASS OVEN IGNITION
Authors: Mistreanu Anca , Chatealain Karine 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
AGC Interpane’s (France) workers replaced a continuously operational glass furnace that had been in use for the last 25 years with a new, improved one.

Methods
This exceptional task exposed the workforce to a highly elevated thermal environment (up to 80°C), combined with heavy handling (sealing, manipulating refractory bricks, hand tools) and a fast pace to meet deadlines. During this operation the workers faced risks that could lead to acute pathologies that, in certain cases, rapidly threaten life: thermal burns, falls and traumas, dehydration, hyperthermia and its multi-organ consequences.
A working group consisting of occupational physicians and the company’s QHSE manager developed a protocol aimed at safeguarding the health of exposed employees. To organize prevention and specific medical monitoring for the personnel, the occupational physician planned the nature of the medical examination and additional tests in collaboration with chosen medical partners. The working group also formulated prevention proposals: collective and organizational protective measures, as well as individual.

Results and discussion
A 24/7 health coverage consisted of First Aid responders, an available occupational physician, nurses trained for the occasion by the occupational physicians and equipped by the company. The Emergency Department and Mobile Emergency and Resuscitation Service were informed about the anticipated types of pathologies, management protocols and evacuation procedures proposed to the nurses and First Aid responders.During the two ignition phases of the oven, employees presented pathologies such as heat stroke, syncope, thermal burns, hypertensive episode. None of them left a lasting sequela.

Conclusion
This first experiment revealed practical challenges that forced us to consider new solutions.
O-306 CONTRIBUTION OF WORK AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY TO PREVENT THE PSYCHOSOCIAL RISKS OF FISHERMEN
Authors: Laraqui Omar , Roland-Levy Christine , Deschamps Frédéric , Laraqui Chakib 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

The aim of this study was to identify the main causes of psychosocial risks (PSR) of fishermen, to analyze their consequences on health status and to assess the contribution of work and organizational psychology (WOP) in appropriate preventive strategies.

Methods
This was a systematic review of our studies that have focused on the assessment of the occupational health and safety in this sector, the stress, the fatigue, the burnout, the disorders of alertness and dyssomnias, the harassment, the risk-taking behaviors, the consumption of psychoactive substances, and the musculoskeletal disorders.

Results
The harmful effects of PSR on the psychological and physical health of workers are well established: psychosomatic manifestations, multiple chronic diseases, occupational accidents, compensatory behaviors, etc. The PSR are universal, however, our studies have the merit of raising and discussing a number of specific issues to Moroccan fishermen. Indeed, if the arduous and dangerous working conditions play the main role in the genesis of PSR, modulators can intervene to reinforce or weaken this influence. The WOP allowed us to articulate three levels of analysis of occupational fishermen: the fishermen’s work activity, the relationship between the fisherman and the maritime fishing sector, and the interpersonal relationships within the fishing sector. The WOP will enable the preventers to better analyze and explain the psychological processes involved in this activity. The assessment of these factors by prevention specialists (doctors, psychologists, etc.) enables an appropriate prevention strategy to be implemented.

Conclusion
An integrated prevention management system must encourage a planned, prioritized and graduated approach.
P-455 INDUSTRY GROUPS AS KNOWLEDGE BROKERS IN WORKPLACE MENTAL HEALTH: AN INTERNATIONAL SCOPING REVIEW
Authors: Burns Kristy , Amin Janaki , Ellis Louise , De Neto Abilio Almeida 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Industry-based intermediaries (including trade associations, peak bodies, professional associations, and unions), play a key role in improving occupational health and safety standards. While action from these groups to improve mental health has accelerated, these activities have not been systematically collated or evaluated. We aim to review mental health support activities being facilitated by industry intermediaries, mapped to the WHO Guidelines for Mental Health at Work.

Methods
The JBI methodology for scoping reviews was implemented. Sources included primary research and gray literature from 2010. We extracted and summarised (narrative and descriptive statistics), information including country, intermediary, program, target population, evaluation, and outcomes.

Results
2,597 records were identified for inclusion in the review, showing significant activity in this domain. According to the WHO guideline classification, most programs were classified as individual interventions or worker training. While the guidelines strongly recommend manager training, very few programs included this element. Most programs lacked an evaluation component.

Discussion
This study responds to calls from intervention researchers in occupational health to engage intermediaries in bringing about change. It highlights that industry groups are allocating extensive resources to improve worker mental health but cautions that key components are lacking or not documented, and their effectiveness is largely unevaluated.

Conclusion
An urgent need exists for industry groups to partner with workplace mental health experts to improve research knowledge transfer and increase the implementation of evidence-based interventions.
P-459 PSYCHOSOCIAL OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES AND MENTAL ILLNESS - A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW WITH META-ANALYSES
Authors: Seidler Andreas , Romero Karla , Freiberg Alice , Drössler Stephanie , Hußenöder Felix S , Conrad Ines , Riedel-Heller Steffi , Schubert Melanie 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
The purpose of this study is to investigate the exposure-risk relationship between psychosocial occupational stress and mental illness. In many countries, the so-called doubling dose is important for the recognition of a new occupational disease: if a specific exposure is associated with a doubling of the risk of disease, it can be assumed — as a rule of thumb — that an occupational causation of this disease is more likely than unlikely.

Methods
We conducted a systematic review with meta-analyses as an update of a systematic review published in 2014. The study protocol was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42020170032). Literature searches were carried out in the MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and Embase databases. All procedural steps, including risk of bias assessment of included studies, were performed independently by two reviewers. Confidence of evidence was determined with the GRADE procedure.

Results
The pooled risk of depression was found to be approximately doubled in workers exposed to high job strain, which is defined as high work demands combined with low job control (effect estimate [EE] = 1.99, 95% CI [1.68; 2.35], heterogeneity [I2] = 24.7%, n = 8). In particular, high work demands are associated with incident depression (ES = 13.8 [1.19; 1.61], I2 = 69.0%, n = 9) and with incident anxiety disorder (ES = 1.79 [1.44; 2.23], I2 = 48.1%, n = 5).

Conclusion
High occupational strain is clearly associated with depression (GRADE: high confidence of evidence).
P-460 “DETECTION - ANALYSIS AND APPROACH OF THE IMPACT OF PSYCHOSOCIAL RISKS ON TGS PERSONNEL DURING AND POST PANDEMIC”
Authors: Gomez Maria Guillermina 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background
Transportadora de Gas del Sur: natural gas transporter, responsible for 9,231 kilometers. During the COVID-19 pandemic, The Oil & Gas industry was part of the group of essential companies

Purpose and Statement of the problem
Analyze the impact of psychosocial risk factors on company personnel during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Detection and identification of psychosocial risks that would allow us to work on the emotional well-being of our workers.

Material and methods
The population analyzed were TGS Gas Industry workers
The samples are non-probabilistic, voluntary and not anonymous. 38 questions form Beck Anxiety test Depression questionnaire.Closed and open questions with a single selection option.

Results/ discussion
#NOM?
- Actions for the psychosocial approach: Surveys, Specific interventions by psychology, Emotional Leadership Workshops, Occupational Health: Sensitization and workshops to all company sites

Conclusions
After the results obtained, the impact of psychosocial risks on our working population was evidenced, which allowed us to generate the Company’s Emotional Well-being Program, being our pillar for addressing this issue.
P-472 STRATEGIES AND THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY TO REDUCE SEDENTARY BEHAVIOR AMONG HOME-OFFICE WORKERS - RESULTS OF A DELPHI STUDY
Authors: Proper Karin , Loef Bette , Parés-Salomón Iris , Coffey Alan , Puig-Ribera Anna , Señé-Mir Anna , Vaqué-Crusellas Cristina , Dowd Kieran , Bort-Roig Judit 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Home-office based working is currently widely adopted. Recent evidence suggests that home-office working increases sedentarism and thereby may yield health problems. While digital solutions may enhance behavioural changes, there is a lack of research on the best strategies to reduce sedentarism in a home-office context. We explored the experts’ consensus about work policy strategies and the use of technology to reduce sedentary behavior (SB) among home-office workers.

Methods
A Delphi technique was used with 3 survey rounds among 29 experts from various countries worldwide. Participants were asked to rate the feasibility of work strategies for reducing SB when working from home, and to rate the usability of Behavioural Intervention Technology (BIT) elements. In the last round, strategies and BIT elements were matched.

Results
According to the experts, the most feasible strategies were: self-monitoring activity, creating an action plan and goal setting, scheduling short and active breaks, and offering real-time feedback and educational information. The most useful BIT elements identified in messaging and social support were gamification features including social challenges, while real-time data and data summaries were considered useful in the report and visualization category. Mobile phone diary and wrist-based activity trackers were found to be most useful for tracking activity. Both a mobile phone and a desktop application were considered useful to provide point of decision prompts and reminders for reducing sitting while working.

Discussion and conclusion
These findings provide valuable information for the development of a feasible and potentially effective digital intervention to reduce sedentarism during remote work.
O-317 OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO RADIOFREQUENCY ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS AND THE RISK OF BRAIN CANCER
Authors: Mate Rohan , Benke Geza , Loughran Sarah , Abramson Michael , Vajdic Claire , Karipidis Ken 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
The relationship between exposure to occupational sources of radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) and possible health effects has raised public concerns for many years, particularly for cancer incidence, including brain cancer. Exposure to RF-EMF is generally low, however for workers near certain RF-EMF sources, the exposure can be relatively high and be maintained for long periods. Previous studies have deficiencies in occupational RF-EMF exposure assessment and because of this have not been able to discount a possible association with health effects. Recently, two Job-exposure-matrices (JEM), the INTEROCC and CANJEM, have provided RF-EMF exposure information for 119 and 418 occupations respectively. These JEMs allow for a better-informed investigation of how occupational RF-EMF affects human health.

Methods
Using exposure data from CANJEM and lifetime occupational histories from the Australian Genomics and clinical Outcomes of Glioma (AGOG) case-control study, we investigated the association between RF-EMF exposure and glioma. The analysis used unconditional binary logistic regression to calculate adjusted odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (95%CIs).

Results
AGOG recruited 521 cases and 381 controls. We found no association between any RF-EMF exposure and glioma with OR=0.96 (95%CI 0.70-1.32).

Discussion
While the results do not support an association between RF-EMF and brain cancer, only CANJEM has been applied to-date. Analysis with the INTEROCC JEM will be undertaken upon completion of its construction. The two JEMs will also be applied to two further Australian case control studies investigating lymphoma and multiple myeloma.

Conclusion
Our preliminary results do not support a positive association between occupational exposure to RF-EMF and glioma.
P-473 CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TOWARDS IMPROVING RISK PRACTICES AMONG RESPONDERS FOR RADIOLOGICAL EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE IN KLANG VALLEY, MALAYSIA
Authors: Rahman Anita Abd 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
With radiation-advanced technology blooming in both medical and industrial businesses, this necessitates workers to be efficient in managing emergency response related to it. To ascertain the elements that affect responder risk practices, this study was carried out.

Methods
A cross-sectional study was conducted among respondents relevant agencies namely the regulatory, research, and services. Regression analyses were used to determine significant predictors of the outcome.

Results
The prediction equation model had seven independent variables with significant odds of having a high score of radiological risk practices. They were those working in radiological related organisation (aOR=3.662, 95% CI: 1.147, 11.692; p=0.028), risk perception (aOR=1.170, 95% CI: 1.024, 1.338; p=0.021), risk management proficiency (aOR=1.143, 95% CI: 1.037, 1.260; p=0.007), decision making (aOR=1.052, 95% CI: 1.001, 1.105; p=0.045), government evaluation (aOR=1.190, 95% CI: 1.100, 1.289; p&lt;0.001), cultural values (aOR=1.176, 95% CI: 1.072, 1.291; p=0.001), and risk in context (aOR=1.061, 95% CI: 1.000, 1.127; p=0.049). This model was able to explain 57.9% of the variances of outcome variables.

Discussion
A more sustainable approach to lifelong learning and training is required, as evidenced by organizational, risk perception, decision making and radiation proficiency aspects. While doing so, it is possible to further incorporate government and cultural values as a part of total governance to foster the right culture among responders’ practices.

Conclusion
This study focused on factors that affected responder risk practices in radiological emergency preparedness and response. It was able to offer a wider perspective that can be taken into consideration as a potential area for enhancing radiological risk literacy.
O-323 MATERNITY PROTECTION: RISKS AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES ACCORDING TO SECTORS IN SWITZERLAND
Authors: Inselspital Anda-Petronela Radan , Iff Samuel , Cianferoni Nicola , Krieger Ralph , Arial Marc 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Pregnant and lactating women receive special protection at the workplace in Switzerland because of their increased vulnerability.

Methods
This cohort study investigated the subjective exposure to the presence of pre-defined dangers according to Swiss motherhood protection law, by work sector and other personal demographics using a representative Swiss dataset. 2’809 mothers replied to the questionnaire, of which 65% reported that occupational risks (OcR) at the workplace were present. 52% of the respondents were protected at the workplace according to the law.

Results
Factors negatively associated with implementation of maternity protection according to the law were: working in agriculture, trade and repair, hospitality industry, education, health and social work, arts, entertainment sports, cleaning, temporary employment, and private and other services, having compulsory education as the maximum qualification, working in French-speaking regions and working in small (1-9 persons) or medium-sized (20-49 persons) companies as well as suffering from health problems during pregnancy. Although 81% of mothers are either not exposed to OcR at the workplace or are protected by various measures, less than one-fifth of women with occupational risks were protected according to the law at their workplace.

Discussion
In addition, women reported a lack of information from their employers regarding risks and preventive measures especially in small and medium-sized enterprises.

Conclusion
Labour inspectorates should emphasize the importance of motherhood protection in small and medium-sized enterprises with OcR, focusing on risk assessment and implementation of corrective measures.
P-486 EFFECTS OF INTERNAL FACEPIECE PRESSURE SETTINGS TRIGGERING THE FAN OPERATION OF POWERED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS (PART 1)—EFFECTS ON THE INTRA-FACEPIECE CARBON DIOXIDE CONCENTRATION
Authors: Kitamura Hiroko , Motokawa Yukako , Tahara Sayaka , Hyashi Hiroyuki , Hanaoka Saki , Noguchi Makoto , Horie Seichi , Kawanami Shoko 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Our previous study found that commercial powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) effectively protected against particles but retained high levels of exhaled carbon dioxide (CO2) gas within the facepieces. This study investigates the effects of internal facepiece pressure settings, which trigger the fan operation of PAPRs, on the intra-facepiece CO2 concentration.

Methods
Twelve healthy, non-smoking men participated in the study. Three types of breath-responsive PAPR were used: PAPR-A, having a higher pressure setting than a commercial model; PAPR-B, a commercial model; and PAPR-C, having non-fan operation. To mitigate order effects and exercise-induced fatigue, participants were randomly assigned to six groups. Participants wore each PAPR and exercised for 10 minutes at 40% of their maximal oxygen uptake while the intra-facepiece gas concentration was measured. This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Japan.

Results
During inhalation, the intra-facepiece CO2 concentration decreased in the order of PAPR-C, PAPR-B, and PAPR-A, with the mean values for each individual ranging 2.1%–5.0%, 1.6%–4.0%, and 1.6%–3.1%, respectively.

Discussion
Increasing the internal facepiece pressure setting improved the intra-facepiece air quality. This improvement is attributed to the longer fan operation, which increased the air supply and enhanced ventilation within the facepiece. However, a disadvantage of a higher pressure setting was a shorter operating time of the battery powering the fan.

Conclusion
A higher internal facepiece pressure setting was found to be effective in maintaining an appropriate intra-facepiece CO2 concentration compared with a commercial model. The development of smaller longer-lasting batteries is expected.