P-163 THE INTEREST OF PERIODIC MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE FOR WORKERS IN THE AERONAUTICAL INDUSTRY

Abstract

Introduction The aeronautical industry (AI) provides employment for thousands of workers who are exposed to a variety of occupational hazards. Medical prevention is essential, based on periodic medical surveillance (PMS). The aim of our study was to determine the value of PMS for AI employees. Methods This is a descriptive cross-sectional study that interested workers of an AI who consulted the Department of Occupational Pathology in the context of PMS during the period from 1 January to 30 July 2023. Results During the study period eighty employees were seen. The mean age was 34±6 years with a sex ratio of 1.66. The most common job titles were quality controller (35%) and logistics agent (17%). The median job seniority was 5 [2; 9] years. The occupational constraints reported were postural constraints (57.1%), followed by exposure to organic solvents (28.6%). Personal protective equipment was worn by 33.2% of employees. Vision abnormalities were detected in 30% of employees. Biological abnormalities were noted in 23.6% of cases. Eighty-three per cent of employees were declared fit to continue their usual professional activity. A modified workstation was indicated for two workers. A decision on fitness to work, with compliance health rules and biological monitoring, was taken in 17% of cases. Discussion AI employees represent a young population with no risk factors. They are exposed to occupational hazards, including chemicals and noise. Hence the need for different investigations. Conclusion PMS can make a major contribution to prevention in this young population and health promotion overall.