Study on jute mill workers exposed to occupational hazards
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| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-186906
ABSTRACT
Background:
Occupational risks alone account for 1.7% of disability adjusted life years (DALY) lost worldwide. Occupational exposure to airborne particulates is estimated to cause 12% of deaths due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Aim:
To study the socio demographic profile and morbidity status of jute mill workers exposed to occupational hazards. Materials andmethods:
It was a cross sectional study carried out for a period of 9 months. Simple random sampling technique was applied to select the samples from jute processing departments like Selection, Batching, Carding, Preparing, Spinning, Winding, Beaming, Weaving and Finishing.Results:
There was a no statistical significant association (P>0.05) found between per duration and type of work. There was a statistical significant association (P<0.05) found between Section of work and Housing condition of workers. P value 0.000 statistical significance was found between the total number of workers and drinking habit. There was a statistical significant association (P<0.05) found between Section of work and Addictions of workers. Statistical significant association (P<0.05) was found between other Health problem and Sex.Conclusion:
The results highlight a lack of adequate work safety practices in the jute mill workers. Workers experience various work-related hazards and health problems.
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IMSEAR (Asia Sudoriental)
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio observacional
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Factores de riesgo
Año:
2018
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Artículo
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