Occupational exposure to low temperatures leads the human body to some physiological
adaptations that directly interfere in their performance. This study aimed to prepare an
analysis of the physical risks of workers in a acai pulp company in the municipality of
Abaetetuba- Pa, proposing improvements needed in order to adapt the workplace to health
and safety standards of the current work in country. The method used consisted of collecting
data from on-site observation, photographic report and interviews. Through this interview he
rose issues related to thermal comfort, health and worker performance. It was concluded that
the lack of speed and the onset of numbness in the hands, are directly related to the lack of use
of gloves, and discomfort in the feet is related to the use of boots are not suitable for working
in a cold environment. In addition, workers to carry the product from the production area to
the freezing tunnels and chambers frigorificais for product shipment, has been suffering from
thermal discomfort caused by the temperature difference that exists in these locations.
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