Trabalhador com deficiência física: fragilidades e agravos autorreferidos

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate weaknesses and disorders experienced by workers with physical disabilities in their work environment. It is a descriptive case study, with qualitative approach. Data were collected from eight workers with physical disabilities and analyzed using thematic analysis. Most of the subjects surveyed reported having encountered difficulties in finding employment and mentioned the prejudice and obstacles to accessibility. Most of them do not identify risks for disease in the workplace. People with disabilities should have knowledge about their rights and about the occupational hazards they are exposed, in order to facilitate means for consolidating a society increasingly inclusive and to promote healthy ambience. Health professionals should make a profound reflection on the subject, so that can collaborate for the healthy inclusion of people with disabilities in their jobs.

Activities of living of disabled people according to the Roper-Logan- Tierney model of nursing

“…Even today, there is a strong association between disability and negative, derogatory meanings, or feelings of inadequacy, resulting in the social devaluation of disabled people (13) . That said, it is a challenge to ensure people with physical or sensory disabilities social relationships without loss, since misconducts prevail in the context of disability, in addition to the perpetuation of feelings such as pity, shame, and fear.…”

“…Generalizations brought by stereotypes about the inability of disabled persons may hinder their integration into the labor market and their professional development (14) . Survey conducted revealed that to gain access to the labor market, disabled people use political influence or intermediation from friends and family in order to ensure the fundamental right of citizens to work (13) .…”

Advances in Health Promotion for People with Disabilities and the Laws of Brazil

“…Working is a basic component of human needs that contributes to the increase in life expectancy with personnel and economic growth and it enables the inclusion of people in society, providing interpersonal relationships. Therefore, it is necessary to respect the differences [19].…”

A Inclusão de Pessoas com Deficiência no Mercado de Trabalho Brasileiro: Perspectivas e Desafios

“…Acredita-se que a reforma e/ou homologação de leis, que asseguram o direito ao trabalho e a condições respectivas à pessoa com deficiência, tem possibilitado a inclusão desta população no mercado de trabalho, e oportunizado espaços para que este sujeito possa demonstrar suas habilidades e competências em ambientes favoráveis à sua adaptação (LEAL;MATTOS;FONTANA, 2013). Porém, as dificuldades enfrentadas pelas pessoas com deficiência ainda são recorrentes (SIMONELLI; CAMAROTTO, 2011).…”