Evaluación de riesgos en los puestos de trabajo del proceso de producción de betalactámicos y no betalactámicos en Laboratorios Rocnarf S.A. de la ciudad de Guayaquil

Abstract

Abstract: The objective of this work consisted of evaluating the risks in the jobs of the production process of beta-lactams and non-beta-lactams in Laboratorios Rocnarf S.A. The methodology proposed by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (INSST) was applied to a total of 21 employees, which included hazard identification, risk analysis, severity assessment, and hazard control management. The specific jobs in the beta-lactam and non-beta-lactam production process were determined. The main findings revealed that the jobs in the administrative and operational area of the company present different levels of exposure to occupational risk factors, the most common being mechanical, chemical and ergonomic risks. As part of risk control, preventive measures are suggested for moderate risks, with the aim of avoiding incidents, accidents or occupational diseases and protecting the physical and mental health of workers. In general, it is concluded that the jobs at Laboratorios Rocnarf S.A. They have a medium level of occupational risk, and it is recommended to implement prevention and control measures to reduce the risks identified and improve the working and health conditions of employees. The preventive measures were designed based on the nature of each hazard validated in the tours of the plant, taking into account the attributed risk factor and the risk control hierarchy.