Exposure of particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5) on lung function performance of construction workers

Assessment of Peak Expiratory Flow Rate in Building Construction Workers in Maharashtra

“…(6) Maximum amount of dust is generated from the construction sites due concrete, silica, asbestos, cement, wood, stone, sand and leads to exposure of workers to airborne dust and air borne disease. (9,7) It includes mesothelioma, occupational asthma, silicosis, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, lung function impairment, obstructive lung disease, restrictive lung disease and pneumoconiosis asbestosis, and sick building syndrome. (9,10) These agents lead to vulnerable health problems which may include respiratory complications due to respiratory irritant from dust, fumes and even some gases, skin disorders which may occur due Vol.11; Issue: 6; June 2021 to irritant or sensitising materials and even sunlight, cumulative trauma disorders (musculoskeletal injury) due to the adaption of uncomfortable working posture and also due to the repetitive activity, noise which can lead to hearing impairments and gastrointestinal related problems.…”