In:
Journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 63, No. 6 ( 2021-06), p. 532-539
Abstract:
Determine compliance with and effectiveness of California regulations in reducing farmworkers’ heat-related illness (HRI) risk and identify main factors contributing to HRI. Methods: In a cross-sectional study of Latino farmworkers, core body temperature (CBT), work rate, and environmental temperature (WBGT) were monitored over a work shift by individual ingestible thermistors, accelerometers, and weather stations, respectively. Multiple logistic modeling was used to identify risk factors for elevated CBT. Results: Although farms complied with Cal/OSHA regulations, worker training of HRI prevention and hydration replacement rates were insufficient. In modeling (AOR [95% CI]) male sex (3.74 [1.22 – 11.54] ), WBGT (1.22 [1.08 – 1.38]), work rate (1.004 [1.002 – 1.006] ), and increased BMI (1.11 [1.10 – 1.29]) were all independently associated with elevated CBT. Conclusion: Risk of HRI was exacerbated by work rate and environmental temperature despite farms following Cal/OSHA regulations.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1076-2752
,
1536-5948
DOI:
10.1097/JOM.0000000000002189
Language:
English
Publisher:
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Publication Date:
2021
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2070230-9
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