scholarly journals WORK ABILITY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING IN HOSPITAL STAFF

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 750-755
Author(s):  
Gergana Sandeva ◽  
Kasimira Koleva
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Hospital Staff ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Length Of Service ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Implementing Strategies

Healthcare is an economic sector characterized by unfavorable working conditions, such as psychosocial stress, shift work, and manual handling of loads. It is important to opportunely assess the work ability and psychological well-being of hospital staff to evaluate workers’ functional capacity and plan appropriate preventive measures.Objectives: To assess the work ability and psychological well-being in hospital staff and to determine factors that might influence them.Methods: Work Ability Index Questionnaire, Psychological Well-being Questionnaire, and statistical analyses.Results: The mean Work Ability Index (WAI) score was 40.8 ±4.8, which corresponded to suitable work ability. The lowest mean WAI score was registered for the physical therapists (38 ±3.8), and was significantly lower than the WAI score for nurses (41.6 ±4.8). The mean Psychological Well-being score for all subjects was 187.6 ±18.4. The youngest workers (200.8 ±14.7), and those with shortest length of service (196.7 ±18.4) had significantly higher mean Psychological Well-being scores than older (180.8 ±19.9) and more experienced workers (180.3 ±18.3). A positive correlation was found between WAI and Psychological Well-being scores (r = 0.37, p = 0.003).Conclusion: Hospital managers should consider implementing strategies focused on the work ability of hospital staff, as well as on their psychological well-being, to keep workers fit and healthy for longer.

scholarly journals Work Ability of Machinery Manufacturing Employees

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-125
Author(s):  
Gergana N. Sandeva ◽  
Rositsa P. Deliradeva ◽  
Pavlina L. Gidikova
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Resources ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Length Of Service ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Machinery Manufacturing ◽  
Vulnerable Workers

Summary Assessment of work ability is an important aspect of occupational medical services, the main goal being to maintain employees’ health, well-being and efficiency. The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the work ability of workers employed by two machinery factories. We used the Work Ability Index (WAI) questionnaire to assess 165 workers of an iron casting factory A and 166 workers in a press-forging plant B. The data obtained were evaluated and compared based on gender, age, length of service and occupation. Mean WAI for the two factories were almost identical (43.3±4.9 for Factory A and 43.3±4.6 for Factory B), both indicating good overall work ability. The lowest mean WAI (37.7) was registered for the crane operators from Factory B, and the highest (47.2) - for the molders in Factory A. The female production workers in Factory A had a significantly lower WAI as compared to their male counterparts (p=0.001). WAI also varied significantly between different age groups and occupations in the two plants. Significant negative correlations were found between work ability and length of service, as well as between psychological resources and gender (Factory A) and the length of service (Factory B). WAI is a useful tool in finding vulnerable workers who need more attention from occupational health specialists.

scholarly journals Muscular Fitness and Work Ability among Physical Therapists

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 1722
Author(s):  
Yasmín Ezzatvar ◽  
Joaquín Calatayud ◽  
Lars Louis Andersen ◽  
Edgar Ramos Vieira ◽  
Rubén López-Bueno ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Grip Strength ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Physical Therapists ◽  
Normative Values ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Muscular Fitness ◽  
Physical Tests ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
Age And Sex

The Work Ability Index (WAI) is a validated and widely used tool in occupational research. However, normative values for physical therapists (PTs) by age and sex are lacking. Although the nature of PTs’ work is physically demanding, it is unknown whether muscular fitness is associated with their WAI. This study sought to provide reference WAI data for Spanish PTs and to evaluate the association between PTs’ muscular fitness and WAI. Data on WAI of 1005 PTs were collected using a questionnaire. A subgroup (n = 68) performed a battery of physical tests including grip strength, push-ups and back-extension endurance. Associations between muscular fitness and WAI were evaluated using logistic regression controlling for various confounders. PTs aged 50 years or older had lower WAI scores than their younger counterparts. PTs with high back-extension endurance scored 3.5 (95% CI) higher in the WAI than those with low endurance. No associations were found between grip strength or number of push-ups and WAI. Our findings seem to highlight the importance of muscular fitness in PTs, especially the back-extension endurance.

Effect of job and individual factors on Work Ability Index (WAI) in a dairy company

2016 ◽  
pp. 34-39
Author(s):  
Haji Omid Kalte
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Job Insecurity ◽  
Statistical Analyses ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background: The work ability index (WAI) is one the most widely used instruments for measuring perceived work ability. However, very few studies have used this instrument in Iran. The present study is designed to assess effect of individual and work-related risk factors on the WAI in one dairy factory. Methods: This cross-sectional study was designed among 117 workers. Work ability was measured by the Persian versions of Work Ability Index (P-WAI). An author-developed measure was used to assess individual and work-related factors. All Statistical analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics 21 (USA, SPSS Inc.). Results: The mean age of participants was 32.38 ± 7.3 and the Mean score of the WAI was 44.92 ± 5.56. According to the categorical classification of WAI score, 10.9, 35.6, and 53.5 % of participants had moderate, good and excellent work ability, respectively. The results of statistical analyses showed that mean WAI significantly differed with age (0.049), sleep quality (p= 0.035) and employment status (p= 0.014). Conclusion: To improve the workers’ work ability, intervention programs should focus on improving sleep quality and exercise. Also, we suggest that increasing job insecurity should be considered an important intervention in promoting worker’s work ability. Keywords: Work Ability Index (WAI), Sleep Quality, Job Insecurity

scholarly journals Do work ability and well-being matter for return to work? Cut-off points for the Work Ability Index and Life Satisfaction Questionnaire among women with long-term musculoskeletal pain

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mamunur Rashid ◽  
Marina Heiden ◽  
Annika Nilsson ◽  
Marja-leena Kristofferzon
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Return To Work ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Satisfaction Questionnaire ◽  
Ability Index

Abstract Background To determine whether work ability and well-being predict return to work (RTW) among women with long-term neck/shoulder and/or back pain at 1-year follow-up, and to assess the ability of the Work Ability Index (WAI) and Life Satisfaction Questionnaire (LiSat-11) to discriminate between those who did RTW and those who did not RTW (NRTW). Methods A survey was sent to 600 women receiving sick leave (SL) benefits from the Swedish Social Insurance Agency. In total, 208 women responded at baseline, and 141 at a 1-year follow-up. To identify whether work ability and well-being predicted RTW, multiple logistic regression analyses were performed with and without adjustment for type of work and pain intensity. To assess the discriminative ability of the WAI and LiSat-11 for women who did RTW and those who did NRTW, receiver operating characteristic curves were fitted. Results Work ability predicted RTW, and the results remained significant after adjusting for type of work and pain intensity (OR 1.12, 95% CI: 1.04–1.22). Well-being was not significant. The WAI at baseline adequately discriminated between RTW and NRTW after one year (AUC 0.78, 95% CI: 0.70–0.86), but the LiSat-11 did not. Conclusions Our results indicate that work ability is an important factor for RTW among women on SL for long-term neck/shoulder and/or back pain. The findings also indicate that the WAI, but not the LiSat-11, is able to discriminate between RTW and NRTW in the population under study. The WAI may be used to identify women at risk of NRTW.

scholarly journals Investigating the Effect of Insomnia Severity on the Employees’ Work Ability in Construction Projects

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Majid Motamedzadeh ◽  
Mohsen Mahdinia ◽  
Ebrahim Darvishi ◽  
Reza Shahidi ◽  
Ali Karimi
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Poor Sleep ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Insomnia Severity Index ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Insomnia Severity

Background: The work ability index (WAI) is a very important factor in planning a job and selecting suitable people for different occupations, and it can be affected by different factors. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of insomnia severity on the employees’ work ability in a construction project. Methods: This descriptive-analytical research has studied 213 employees of construction projects. Morin insomnia severity index (ISI) was used to evaluate the insomnia severity. Moreover, work ability was assessed using a questionnaire designed by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health. Statistical data analysis was performed by SPSS19. Results: The mean age and working experience of the individuals were respectively 36.2 and 11.27 years. The mean and standard deviation of the insomnia severity index was 6.76(2.5). Multiple linear regression analysis showed that insomnia severity, marital status, type of employment, and smoking had a significant effect on work ability index (WAI); so that the mentioned variables explained about 24% of the WAI variance. Conclusion: Since sleep disorders and poor sleep quality can significantly decrease the work ability of employees, it is important to pay attention to sleep-rest programs to maintain and increase work ability and productivity.

scholarly journals Personnel's Health Surveillance at Work: Effect of Age, Body Mass Index, and Shift Work on Mental Workload and Work Ability Index

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shahram Safari ◽  
Jafar Akbari ◽  
Meghdad Kazemi ◽  
Mohammad Amin Mououdi ◽  
Behzad Mahaki
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Shift Work ◽  
Work Ability ◽  
Mental Workload ◽  
Work Conditions ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Mean

Introduction.Two great changes in developed countries are taking place: populations are ageing and becoming increasingly overweight. Combination of these factors with shift work is a risk factor for work ability and mental workload that are dynamic processes which change greatly throughout an individual's work life. The aim of this study was to investigate mental workload and work ability in textile workers and to identify factors which affect work ability and mental workload.Methods.This cross-sectional study was carried out among 194 male workers in textile industry. Employees based on their job group and work conditions have been divided into 6 categories. They completed work ability index and mental workload questionnaires during three work shifts. Body mass index (BMI) and demographic details were recorded.Results.All of the participants rated their work ability as moderate with high mental workload. The mean WAI and mental workload in age group were significant. The mean BMI was 25.5 kg/m2(standard deviation 4.1) and the mean age was 40.22 years. There was a statistically significant correlation between work ability index and shift work.Conclusions.Unlike the previous study, a decrease point in WAI started in early age that may be due to life-style work and another psychological factor; on the other hand, NASA-TLX revealed high score in six subscales that can be another reason for low WAI.

scholarly journals The Impact of Metal Age® Training Programme on the Well-Being of Latvian Office Workers

2016 ◽  
Vol 70 (5) ◽  
pp. 315-324
Author(s):  
Dagmāra Sprūdža ◽  
Lāsma Kozlova ◽  
Svetlana Lakiša ◽  
Inese Mārtiņsone ◽  
Ivars Vanadziņš ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Training Programme ◽  
Office Workers ◽  
Psychological Violence ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Ability Index ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Metal Age

Abstract There are many factors that affect the well-being and health of employees and the productivity of organisations. The aim of this study was to determine the impact of the Metal Age training programme (MA®) on the well-being of office workers, including investigation of work ability, the stress-causing factors and role of leadership. The study was carried out using questions from four international questionnaires about stress, leadership, and work ability. The intervention group had a training course between the surveys using the ME® method. Several employee stress-causing factors were identified: bad relationship with their workmates was mentioned by 94% of workers; competitive and strenuous atmosphere — by more than 80%; psychological violence or bullying at the workplace by more than 80%, and more than 75% of employee’s could not relax after work. Wellness and microclimate in the workplaces were on a relatively high level: the average rating of seven Kiva questions was 7.5. The respondent attitude after ME® did not change significantly. Latvian office workers displayed moderate and good work ability (Work Ability Index, WAI 34.5–38.6). The best work ability was shown in the age group from 20 to 49 (WAI 34.8–39.4); work ability decreased with age. The best correlation was observed between Work Ability Index and “get into situations, that invoke negative feelings” (r = 0.26) and “carrying out ongoing tasks because of other intervening or more urgent matters” (r = −0.24). After ME® the reaction to some stress-causing factors was improved.

IS HEALTH, MEASURED BY WORK ABILITY INDEX, AFFECTED BY 12-HOUR ROTATING SHIFT SCHEDULES?

2010 ◽  
Vol 27 (5) ◽  
pp. 1135-1148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mei Yong ◽  
Michael Nasterlack ◽  
Rolf-Peter Pluto ◽  
Kathrin Elmerich ◽  
Dorothee Karl ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Work Ability ◽  
Work Ability Index ◽  
Shift Schedules ◽  
Ability Index
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