Physical workload and psychosocial working conditions in Swedish pig transport drivers

Working conditions of 20 Swedish pig transport drivers (PTD) were assessed by a questionnaire, workshop, and recorded postures movements during on-farm loading, driving, unloading at abattoir vehicle cleaning. High arm positions high frequencies shoulder problems indicated an excessive physical load on shoulders. Extreme crouching inside vehicles lower back the PTDs. Inadequate design loading areas was associated with knee discomfort. Observed variation in workload between PTDs could be explained differences working environment handling practices. reported job satisfaction commitment although conflicts farmers official veterinarians, as well regulatory emphasized. We conclude that issues inadequate farm facilities, stakeholder insufficient training animal need to addressed ensure sustainable PTD conditions.