Análise da postura corporal de motoristas de táxi de uma cooperativa na cidade de Fortaleza

Abstract

The present study has the general objective of analyzing the taxi drivers posture of a cooperative located in the city of Fortaleza, using ergonomic tools. The methodology used for the development of the present study was descriptive, in relation to its objectives, using bibliographical research. The nature of the research has qualitative and quantitative characteristics. The case study was developed in a cooperative of taxi drivers through the application of profile questionnaire and OWAS tools, OWAS software and Nordic questionnaire. These tools were used to analyze the postures adopted by taxi drivers and to identify the annoyances that affect these professionals, relating to the ergonomic situation of the work station. At the end of the case study, it was found that the main complaints regarding posture are caused by the large number of hours worked in the sitting position, poor posture during the exercise of the taxi driver activity, and finally, so that the quality of life of these professionals is better.