ArticleLa Medicina del lavoro2024
Occupational Safety and Health of Riders Working for Digital Food Delivery Platforms in the City of Milan, Italy.
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- Occupational injuries and health risks among food delivery riders in China: research progress and prevention strategies.Frontiers in public health · 2026Pooled it
- Work-related musculoskeletal disorders among gig-based food delivery workers: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in public health · 2026Pooled it
- Health and health management among motorcycle-based food delivery workers in South Korea: a qualitative interview study.International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being · 2026Article
- Work-Related Accidents and Their Predictors Among Delivery Drivers in Egypt: A Cross-Sectional Study.La Medicina del lavoro · 2026Article
- What is known about the health of location-based and online web-based digital labour platform workers? A scoping review of the literature.BMC public health · 2025Article
- Life against algorithmic management: a study on burnout and its influencing factors among food delivery riders.Frontiers in public health · 2025Article
- A decision tree model for traffic accident prediction among food delivery riders in Thailand.Epidemiology and health · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe rapid growth of the digital economy has transformed various labor markets, including the food sector. The transient nature and the peculiar work environments of food delivery workers raise concerns about occupational safety and health (OSH). This study aims to better understand these issues by conducting a comprehensive exploratory survey on OSH among food delivery riders in Milan, Italy.
methodsThe study employed structured interviews based on a validated questionnaire developed through a literature review, expert interviews, and input from riders and health and safety professionals. The survey was performed from July to November 2022 by interviewing riders at their main gathering points.
resultsWe interviewed 240 riders, 97% males, 81% less than 35 years old, and 83% with extra-European origin. Delivery was performed mainly by traditional bicycles (40%) and e-bikes (46%), with 44% working seven days per week and 23% working more than 8 hours daily. Road accidents were reported by 39% of riders, influenced by type of vehicle, fatigue, and number of daily deliveries. Physical and verbal assaults (12% and 28%, respectively) were reported, as well as health-related issues, particularly musculoskeletal disorders.
conclusionsThe findings underscore food delivery riders' complex challenges, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions. The study calls for collaborative efforts between policymakers, employers, OSH professionals, and stakeholders to enhance OSH standards and promote decent working conditions, aligning with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
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