Self-reported neck and back pain among supermarket cashiers in Gaborone, Botswana

Erick, Patience; Sethatho, Modimooteng; Tumoyagae, Tshephang; Letsholo, Baemedi; Tapera, Roy; Mbongwe, Bontle

doi:10.1080/10803548.2022.2108653

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“…In this domain, the interaction with the cashiers revealed that older cashiers with longer work experience commonly reported more musculoskeletal complaints, consistent with the existing literature suggesting that these workers are susceptible to musculoskeletal pain and disorders [6,24].…”

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“…The cashier is responsible for carrying out a set of functions ranging from reading, weighing, and recording the price of goods, as well as packaging and bagging goods for customer convenience, to receiving and verifying payments [5,6]. Within the range of tasks undertaken by supermarket workers, the responsibilities of cashiers stand out as posing a significant risk of developing WMSD.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Body regions most susceptible to injury include the neck, upper limbs (shoulders, elbows, hands/wrists), and lower back [6,[8][9][10]. A study developed in Portugal revealed prevalent musculoskeletal complaints among hypermarket cashiers, including non-specific Safety 2024, 10, 21 2 of 12 pain, cervical, and lumbar pain, primarily affecting the shoulder, cervical spine, and lumbar spine [11].…”

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“…Additionally, findings showed that neck and back pain significantly hindered cashiers from performing their regular tasks, prompting them to seek medical attention from nurses, doctors, or physiotherapists. Some even had to modify their job responsibilities and reduce their activities at home due to the discomfort caused by severe pain [6].…”

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Understanding Musculoskeletal Loadings among Supermarket Checkout Counter Cashiers: A Biomechanical Analysis

Silva,

Sousa,

Colim

et al. 2024

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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD) are highly prevalent among supermarket cashiers. These disorders are frequently related to the adoption of awkward postures and manual materials handling. This study aimed to analyze musculoskeletal loadings in supermarket cashiers, considering the handling of different products and different checkout conditions. To accomplish this, we employed an inertial motion capture system to measure full-body kinematics while simulating 19 cashier tasks. The study included five female cashiers from a supermarket in Northern Portugal, ranging in age from 19 to 61 years old. Using joint angles, material load, and muscle function as input parameters, we conducted the musculoskeletal loadings assessment using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) and Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) methods. Results showed that RULA scores were higher for the microtasks that involved product scanning. Regarding microstasks analyzed by REBA, the replacement of paper rolls for the receipt machine at the checkout counter yields the highest scores. Based on these findings, there is a compelling need to redesign supermarket checkout workstations to alleviate the physical demands placed on cashiers and to ensure organizational sustainability.

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confidence: 86%

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confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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confidence: 99%

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The Prevalence and Risk Factors of Self-Reported Respiratory and Other Health Symptoms among Street Vendors in Gaborone, Botswana

Erick,

Ntesang,

Tumoyagae

et al. 2023

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Background: Air pollution is a serious public health concern, killing an estimated 800,000 people annually in developing and developed nations. In urban areas, traffic is one of the most significant sources of hazardous exhaust pollutants. Street vendors are often exposed to air pollutants as a result of their proximity to busy roads and intersections where vehicle emissions are high. Street vendors form an integral part of urban life globally as they provide convenience, affordable goods, and services to the general public. Aim: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with respiratory and other health symptoms among street vendors in Gaborone, Botswana. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire distributed to randomly selected street vendors. The questionnaire gathered information on demographic characteristics and respiratory and other health symptoms among street vendors. Data was analysed using logistic regression. Results: About 392 street vendors participated in the study, with 71% females. The mean age (M±SD) of the respondents was 46±13 years, with an age range of 25–66 years. About 46%) and 38% attained senior and junior secondary school certificates, respectively and 78%) worked for >8 hours/day. Coughing, headache and dizziness were reported by 89%, 62% and 58% of respondents respectively. Female vendors were at increased risk of wheezes (Odds Ratio (OR): 3.12, 95% Confidence Intervals (CI):1.24-7.85) and headaches (OR: 4.61, 95% CI: 2.02-10.54) when compared to males. Increasing age and working for >5 days/week were significantly associated with respiratory and other health symptoms such as sore throat, nasal congestion and wheezes. Tobacco smoking and alcohol consumption predisposed street vendors to nasal congestion (OR: 4.34, 95% CI: 1.28-14.72) and shortness of breath (OR: 3.70, 95% CI: 1.29-10.65), respectively. Physical exercise provided a protective effect against chest tightness (OR: 0.133, 95% CI: 0.03-0.06) and dizziness (OR: 0.73, 95% CI: 0.15-0.35). Conclusion: Street vendors reported a high prevalence of respiratory and related health symptoms. Factors such as increasing age, tobacco smoking and alcohol consumption have been associated with respiratory and related health symptoms among street vendors. Large scale research that quantifies TRAP pollutants and health symptoms is needed to inform policy development.

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Self-reported neck and back pain among supermarket cashiers in Gaborone, Botswana

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Understanding Musculoskeletal Loadings among Supermarket Checkout Counter Cashiers: A Biomechanical Analysis

Understanding Musculoskeletal Loadings among Supermarket Checkout Counter Cashiers: A Biomechanical Analysis

The Prevalence and Risk Factors of Self-Reported Respiratory and Other Health Symptoms among Street Vendors in Gaborone, Botswana

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