Table 4 Illustrative remarks of questioners related to the impact of information on work or work functioning.
Impact information Level of impact (Description of impact) | Illustrative remarks | Questioners who perceived information had an impact on work or work functioning n (%) |
|---|---|---|
Company level: Information improved working conditions in a company or department. | "The information supported my advice to the manager to buy new office chairs. We will soon test two types of chairs." | 32 (16) |
| Â | "Now we have improved registration methods in the case of calamities or safety accidents." | Â |
| Â | "Working clothes were purchased for the entire department." | Â |
Individual level related to work and workplace: Information improved workplace or work situation. | "I do not have to work in soldering fumes any more. I have spent a lot of time solding and inhaled the fumes all day. I did not have any local exhaust ventilation, but now the system will arrive tomorrow." | 13 (6) |
| Â | "...now I have more moments of rest and less work pressure..." | Â |
| Â | "My work took too much of my energy. It caused me stress. With the information, my boss and I could establish adjustments in my working time and rest-breaks." | Â |
Individual level related to work functioning and health: Information improved work functioning or reduced complaints. | "I got new glasses, tailor-made for working with the computer. I see better now, and I am less tired." | 6 (3) |
| Â | "I worry less. The noise at work is not dangerous; it can not impair my hearing. Nevertheless, the noise can cause interference with my work and communication." | Â |