JOURNAL ARTICLE

Cardiovascular load during cleaning and feeding tasks in pig and poultry farms of northeast India.

Published In: Work, 2026, v. 83, n. 3. P. 765 1 of 3
Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Thokchom, Sarju; Dewangan, Krishna Narayan 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on assessing the cardiovascular load (CVL) experienced by workers during cleaning and feeding tasks in pig and poultry farms in northeastern India. Using heart rate (HR) measurements on-site and oxygen uptake (VO₂) estimated from laboratory tests, the study found that cleaning tasks impose a heavy cardiovascular workload classified as moderate to very heavy intensity, while feeding tasks are lighter—categorized as light intensity on pig farms and moderate on poultry farms. Poultry farm workers exhibited significantly higher cardiovascular strain than pig farm workers across both tasks. The findings highlight the need for ergonomic interventions, such as mechanization and improved tools, to reduce physiological demands and improve occupational health among farm workers in these sectors.

Additional Information

Source:Work. 2026/03, Vol. 83, Issue 3, p765
Document Type:Article
Subject Area:Agriculture and Agribusiness
Publication Date:2026
ISSN:1051-9815
DOI:10.1177/10519815251382365
Accession Number:192008290
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