J Occup Environ Med. 2021 Nov 3. doi: 10.1097/JOM.0000000000002426. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE: To examine long-haul truck drivers (LHTD) perceptions of COVID-19 their use of health and safety practices.
METHODS: 146 LHTD completed an online survey to collect data on their experiences with COVID-19. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, and thematic analysis for open-ended responses.
RESULTS: LHTD were aged from 11 to 79 years (mean age 48.1 ± 11.8); 82.2% were men. Almost half of the sample were not concerned about COVID-19. Those not concerned were significantly less likely to employ health and safety practices (e.g. wearing masks, social distancing), and were less educated and healthier. They also perceived COVID-19 to not be real or a serious threat to their health.
CONCLUSIONS: Tailored education approaches are needed to provide evidence-based data on COVID-19 risks and complication.
PMID:34740218 | DOI:10.1097/JOM.0000000000002426
