Causes of absenteeism and implementation of Regulatory Standard No. 36 in a beef processing plant: challenges in preventing musculoskeletal injuries and diseases

Even with the implementation of Regulatory Standard No. 36, which specifically aims to prevent accidents and illnesses in meat processing plants, the rates of absenteeism remain high. These findings indicate that legal regulations, although specific, have proven insufficient to effectively prevent health issues and ensure the well-being of workers in the Brazilian meat packing industry.