Cumplimiento de la normativa de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional en el área operativa de una planta de procesamiento de balanceados, parroquia Alchipichí, provincia de Pichincha en el periodo 2023-2024

Abstract

Abstract: The objective of this research was to analyze the compliance with Safety and Health regulations in a feed processing plant in the province of Cañar during the period 2023-2024. Through a descriptive-applied methodology with a mixed approach, semi-structured interviews and surveys were conducted with a sample of five workers directly involved in the production of feed. These techniques were complemented with participant observation. The results showed a 69% non-compliance and a 31% compliance with safety requirements, with the handling, storage of raw materials, grinding, mixing of powdered products, bagging, sealing, storage, and distribution of the product being the activities with the lowest compliance. Therefore, an immediate intervention is recommended, including continuous training in first aid, firefighting, rescue techniques, as well as the provision of adequate personal protective equipment, promotion of safe use of tools, machines, and safe techniques for manual load lifting to achieve acceptable conditions for both the company and the workers.