Analysis of risk factors associated with professional drivers’ work

Maja Czerwińska, Joanna Hołowko, Ewa Stachowska

Abstract


Introduction: Professional driver is an occupation associated with high health risk. The factors which increase the risk of developing lifestyle diseases are closely related to working conditions. The aim of this study was to analyse the risk factors which are associated with professional drivers’ lifestyle. Materials: The material consisted of 23 articles from PubMed.gov. Conclusion: Risk factors related to drivers’ work have a significant impact on their health.

Keywords


professional drivers; work-related factors; risk factors

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21164/pomjlifesci.181

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