Hazard identification and occupational risk management of a tractor driver at an agricultural production

Abstract

The profession of an agricultural tractor driver is one of the most common professions in agriculture. There is a high level of occupational injury rates among machinists and drivers of vehicles, which is associated with dangerous and difficult working conditions and the specifics of the work. The purpose of the study is to identify hazards and assess occupational risks in the workplace. The scientific objective of the study is to improve the safety of tractor drivers based on the methodology of assessment and management of occupational risks. Based on the results of identification of risk-forming factors in the workplace, the work presents a register of hazards, the results of an assessment of occupational risks before and after measures to reduce the impact of hazards. The obtained data of the conducted research can be used for all similar jobs in agricultural production. The comprehensive approach proposed in the work to the assessment and management of occupational risks is aimed at improving the labor protection system, increasing the protection of employees, prevention and prevention of injuries at work.