ABSTRACT
This study presents the results of an opinion poll on the impact of the pandemic carried out with workers from an institutional host. The Covid-19 pandemic is a worldwide public health problem. Health contingency measures and procedures, such as the use of PPE, have impacted many workers. The aim of this work is to assess the impact of the pandemic on workers in an institutional shelter. The sample consisted of 12 workers between 35 and 60 years old. The questionnaire used was composed of questions about the socioeconomic profile and factors associated with isolation and the impact of the pandemic and the use of PPE in the work routine. Data collection was carried out in person on an individual form. The results obtained indicate that the use of PPE had a significant impact on the relationship of workers with the children admitted to the institution and significantly less on the relationship with co-workers when compared to the relationship with children. Within the family, the impact was significantly higher than the average expected by the scale. Regarding the sanitary measures adopted by the institution, most professionals considered it appropriate. We hope that this study can contribute to make other workers feel represented and that actions are taken to reduce the impacts caused by the pandemic.