This research was carried out in joineries in the South of Espírito Santo to evaluate workplace conditions. Data was colleted in three different joineries from August of 2006 to July of 2007, analyzing climate, noise level, light conditions, vibration, gases, soot and dust at the workplace. A questionnaire was given to evaluate workers´ health conditions, safety and general conditions at work. The results showed that the Index of Humid Bulb and Globe Thermometer (IBUTG) was in accordance with NR 15, with a minimum of 25.45°C at 08:00 a.m. and a maximum of 26.92°C at 10:00 a.m. The highest noise levels were found for the cutter (94.79 dB(A)), shaper (88.9 dB(A)), buzz saw (88.66 dB(A)), smoother (88.35 dB(A)) and planer (88.01dB(A)). Light conditions were not in accordance with NBR 5413/92, with levels varying from 304.41 to 1301.19 Lux. Through the questionnaire, it was proven that the joinery workers were dissatisfied with the risks which they are exposed to.
Workplace; Climate; Noise; light conditions
