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Effects of Working Full-Time and Studying in the Evening Hours Among Young Apprentices and Trainees

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Author(s):
da Luz, Andrea Aparecida [1] ; Mazieiro Vergueiro da Silva, Miryam Cristina ; Turte, Samantha Lemos [1] ; Lopes, Marildo de Oliveira [2] ; Fischer, Frida Marina [1]
Total Authors: 5
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Sch Publ Hlth, Dept Environm Hlth, BR-01246904 Sao Paulo - Brazil
[2] Fac Sertao Baiano, Monte Santo, BA - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 2
Document type: Journal article
Source: HUMAN FACTORS; v. 54, n. 6, p. 952-963, DEC 2012.
Web of Science Citations: 3
Abstract

Objective: This research aims to assess apprentices' and trainees' work conditions, psychosocial factors at work, as well as health symptoms after joining the labor force. Background: Despite the fact that there are over 3.5 million young working students in Brazil, this increasing rate brings with it difficult working conditions such as work pressure, heavy workloads, and lack of safety training. Method: This study was carried out in a nongovernmental organization (NGO) with 40 young members of a first job program in the city of Sao Paulo, Brazil. They filled out a comprehensive questionnaire focused on sociodemographic variables, working conditions, and health symptoms. Individual and collective semi-structured interviews were conducted. Empirical data analysis was performed using analysis of content. Results: The majority of participants mentioned difficulties in dealing with the pressure and their share of responsibilities at work. Body pains, headaches, sleep deprivation during the workweek, and frequent colds were mentioned. Lack of appropriate task and safety training contributed to the occurrence of work injuries. Conclusion: Having a full-time job during the day coupled with evening high school attendance may jeopardize these people's health and future. Application: This study can make a contribution to the revision and implementation of work training programs for adolescents. It can also help in the creation of more sensible policies regarding youth employment. (AU)