Ergonomia na atenção primária à saúde

Abstract

This study search to discuss the importance of ergonomics in promoting the safety and welfare of workers in the Primary Health Care (PHC), through of a bibliografic review in the database of the Virtual Health Library. The articles found indicate the existence of the occupational risks ranked Norm 5 in PHC, including ergonomics, though little discussed and used to improve the environment and work process. Failure of this risk may reflect the health and productivity of workers. Inadequate furniture, poor lighting and psychosocial risks are the ergonomic problems more found, aggravated by the applicant adapting properties for Basic Health Units. Preventive and protective measures must be developed because many risks are inherent in the process of working with health interventions. It is necessary for institutions to provide preparation and support workers to face the adverse reality in the workplace. With the dissemination and application of ergonomic knowledge in project design and planning of the service organization in health facilities, one can build an environment suited to the needs of working professionals.