Diagnóstico y evaluación integral de las condiciones de trabajo en la empresa Fricopes S.A. en la ciudad de Manta. Diseño de un plan de seguridad industrial aplicando el programa Loto.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the working conditions of the company FRICOPES S.A., using as a corrective and preventive method of occupational hazards, the design of an industrial safety plan based on the LOTO program. For this purpose, a documentary analytical methodology was implemented, comprehensively diagnosing working conditions in the productive areas of the organization. During the diagnostic phase, mechanical risks were identified (moderate level - acceptable). In relation to physical risks, high risks were recorded due to probable impacts of objects and other risks caused by the existence of UV rays and the incorrect handling of electrical boxes. On the other hand the identified ergonomic risks are represented in repetitive movements (trivial), over effort (acceptable) and dehydration due to high temperatures (moderate). In relation to the areas of the process of the company, high physical risks were evidenced by hot surfaces, wet floors and still obstacles. Inadmissible risks were evidenced, such as the inadequate handling of tanks and cars with fish, as well as the incorrect lifting of loads. Additionally, during the spine cleaning subprocess, risks due to noise from poorly calibrated machinery and equipment were identified. Through the implementation of the LOTO program, the blocking and labeling of machinery and equipment can be carried out efficiently, which will reduce the probability of accidents due to the explosion of supplies, equipment and materials, also improving the ergonomic working conditions of employees and mitigating the generation of sounds generated by the operation of the machinery.