Safety climate and pesticide risk communication disparities in crop production by ethnicity
Publication Year:
2010
Citation
321. Smith Jackson, T., Wogalter, M.S., Quintela, Y. (2010). Safety climate and pesticide risk communication disparities in crop production by ethnicity. Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing and Service Industries, 20, 511-525.
Abstract
Pesticide safety is a significant global health concern. This study explored factors associated with the risk divide, a term used to describe disparities in injuries and fatalities between majority and minority workers. Forty (40) farm workers from the South-Atlantic region of the United States were recruited. Results revealed significant differences between ethnic groups on several measured constructs. Latino migrant workers (from the Americas) reported lower perceived control of their work environment and higher risk perception compared to Americans of European descent. Preliminary recommenda- tions relevant to cultural ergonomics, risk communication usability, and safety climate are provided. Implications relevant to farm and manufacturing settings are discussed. C © 2010 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Publication Details
- Source
- Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing and Service Industries
- Volume
- 20
- Pages
- 511-525
Publication Type
Journal Articles
Research Topics
Warnings & Risk Communication