Ergonomia e segurança do trabalho com professores do ensino fundamental no município de Itacoatiara-AM

Abstract

This study investigated the working conditions of public school teachers in Itacoatiara AM, focusing on ergonomic aspects affecting their health and professional performance. Using a quantitative and descriptive approach, structured questionnaires were administered to 120 elementary school teachers, evaluating four critical dimensions: furniture adequacy, environmental conditions, work organization, and health manifestations. The results revealed significant deficiencies: 67% of respondents rated chairs as ergonomically inadequate; 61% reported excessive classroom noise; and 33% assessed temperature conditions as unsatisfactory. Health impacts were substantial, with 58% of teachers experiencing low back pain and 44% reporting symptoms of mental overload. The analysis demonstrated a direct correlation between poor ergonomic conditions and reduced teaching productivity. As priority measures, the study recommends: immediate replacement of furniture with ergonomically suitable models; installation of climate control and soundproofing systems; and restructuring of work schedules to include active breaks. The findings underscore the urgent need for specific public policies to improve school environments, aiming to preserve teacher health and educational quality.