Evaluación de las condiciones de trabajo en altura y medidas de protección aplicables en las operaciones de llenado de Isotanques en la Empresa Quimipac S.A.

Abstract

Due to its high incidence in fatal and serious accidents, safety in work at heights constituted a priority occupational risk in the industrial sector. In this context, the present research was conducted al QUIMIPAC S.A., a company dedicated to the petrochemical industry. At this company, the tasks of filling ISO tanks required word al heights exceeding two meters, which put employees at risk of falls from different levels. Incidents were detected during the analyzed period, although no work-related injuries were recorded. Internal incidents linked to deficiencies in the fall protection system were also observed, revealing risk situations that requires preventive measures. The aim of the analysis was to study the conditions that arise when carrying out activities at height and to establish the need to establish a comprehensive fall protection system, respecting Ecuadorian law and current regulations. The research used a mixed-methods, non-experimental approach, which a cross-sectional structure and a descriptive objective. Methods such as direct observation, document analysis, ad structured surveys were used to collect data. The sample consisted of seven employees from the mixing department who directly performed these crucial tasks. The results revealed deficiencies in previous controls and prevention infrastructure. Technical suggestions were then provided to reduce risk levels, strengthen a culture of prevention, and optimize organizational health and safety management.