Occupational hazards and its relation with health-seeking and practicing behaviors among sanitary workers in Southern, Ethiopia

Degavi, Girish; Debbarma, Shyama; Adola, Shiferaw Gelchu; Safayi, Boko Loka; Gemeda, Udessa; Utura, Takala

doi:10.1016/j.ijans.2021.100339

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“…The findings of this study also differs from that of Vitharam et al (2015) where poor knowledge was recorded. The present study found a significant link between knowledge and health-seeking behavior; various studies had found a direct link between knowledge and health seeking behaviors (Adeela et al, 2020;Karunamoorthi & Kumera, 2010;Girish et al, 2021;Gebregiorgis, 2016;Geleta et al, 2021).…”

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Knowledge, Attitude, Perception and Health-Seeking Behaviour Regarding Occupational-Risk of Cement-Dust Exposure Among Lafarge Workers in Ewekoro Ogun State, Nigeria

U.U.,

2023

African Journal of Environment and Natural Science Research

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Introduction: Inadequate knowledge, negative attitude, poor perception, and poor health seeking-behaviour on the part of the workers are some of the problems resulting in health issues that are associated with occupational hazards. Hence, this study investigated the knowledge, attitude, perception and health-seeking behaviour regarding occupational risk of cement dust exposure among Lafarge workers in Ewekoro LGA, Ogun State, Nigeria. Methodology: A multistage probability sampling method was adopted to select the workers working in Lafarge company in Ewekoro, Ogun State. Result: Most (151; 62.9%) of the workers had high knowledge regarding cement dust exposure. Most (170; 70.8%) of the workers had negative attitudinal disposition towards cement dust exposure. Most (163; 67.9%) of the workers had poor perception towards cement dust exposure. Most (173; 72.1%) of the respondents had poor health seeking behavior regarding cement dust. Conclusion: In the study, it was established that most of the factory workers had good knowledge regarding occupational risk exposure to cement dust. Despite this satisfactory knowledge, a majority of the workers showed a negative attitude towards occupational risk exposure to cement dust. The workers were also found to have poor perception. Negative attitude and poor perception towards risk of cement dust exposure contributed to the workers’ inadequate health seeking behavior.

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Knowledge, Attitude, Perception and Health-Seeking Behaviour Regarding Occupational-Risk of Cement-Dust Exposure Among Lafarge Workers in Ewekoro Ogun State, Nigeria

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2023

African Journal of Environment and Natural Science Research

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“…A substantial portion (85.0%) lacked PPE, exposing them to health risks and injuries (Table 3). Similar findings by Degavi et al (2021) show sanitation workers may not use provided PPE due to misconceptions affecting their job security. Inadequacy, infrequent provision, and economic constraints contribute to non-usage, amplifying their vulnerability.…”

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“…This is in line with findings of a study done by Sukhadeo (2021) for the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in South Asia, which indicated that majority of the sanitation workers were aged between 15 -59 years. Degavi et al, (2021) also found the dominant age of sanitation workers to be between 18--45 years in their study carried out in Ethiopia. In terms of regilion, majority were Christians (90.0%).…”

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Situational analysis of occupational safety, health, and dignity of sanitation workers:

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Anciano,

Kagendo

et al. 2024

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The safety, health, and dignity of sanitation workers, despite being critical to global sanitation efforts, have long been neglected. This study sought to assess the occupational hazards faced by sanitation workers in informal settlements as well as examining factors associated with the state of occupational safety, health, and dignity of the informal settlement sanitation workers. The study adopted a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data to provide a holistic understanding of the issues. It employed a case study method to explore the specific challenges faced by sanitation workers in Mukuru slums, considering socioeconomic, environmental, cultural, and policy factors. A sample of 40 sanitation workers was selected for the study based on purposive snowballing technique. Data collection was by use of semi-structured questionnaires, observation, and interviews. The findings revealed significant occupational hazards faced by sanitation workers, including chemical exposure, psychosocial challenges, physical injuries, and biological risks. Socioeconomic factors such as low income and limited education contributed to the workers' vulnerability, while social stigma and discrimination negatively impacted their dignity. Based on the research findings, several recommendations are proposed. These include enhancing training and awareness programs, providing access to personal protective equipment, improving working conditions.

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“…Pekerja sanitasi memiliki banyak risiko terkait bahaya yang ditimbulkan oleh lingkungan kerja mereka, dan mereka sering mengabaikan pentingnya mengikuti protokol dan tindakan yang ditetapkan oleh lingkungan kerjanya. Hal ini menimbulkan bahaya kerja dan mengakibatkan berbagai gangguan kesehatan genetik (Degavi et al, 2021) Wangi, 2020). Menurut International Labor Organizational (ILO), Keselamatan dan Kesehatan Kerja merupakan suatu upaya untuk mempertahankan dan meningkatkan derajat kesejahtaraan fisik, mental dan sosial yang setinggi-tingginya bagi pekerja di semua jabatan, pencegahan penyimpangan kesehatan diantara pekerja yang disebabkan oleh kondisi pekerjaan, perlindungan pekerja dalam pekerjaannya dari risiko akibat faktor yang merugikan kesehatan, penempatan dan pemeliharaan pekerja dalam suatu lingkungan kerja yang diadaptasikan dengan kapabilitas fisiologi dan psikologi; dan diringkaskan sebagai adaptasi pekerjaan kepada manusia dan setiap manusia kepada jabatannya (Yuliandi et al, 2019).…”

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Implementation of Work Environment Hygiene and Sanitation Standard in Public Health Facilities Sumbawa

Maliga¹,

Rafi'ah²,

Hasifah³

et al. 2022

kes.uwi.j.kesehat.masy.

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Background: The implementation of sanitation standards and cleanliness of the work environment in health care facilities is an absolute must. Hospital Sanitation is an effort by the health care system in hospitals to create clean, comfortable, healthy hospital conditions, prevent cross-infection, and not discuss the environment. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the application of hygiene and sanitation standards to the work environment in health care facilities. Research Metodes: This study uses quantitative methods using a descriptive design. This research was conducted at the Sumbawa Hospital, and the data collection technique used an observation system and a checklist sheet whose results were calculated using a scoring system. The time of study was carried out in November 2021. Results: The results/findings of the study showed that the achievement of implementing environmental sanitation was 90.4%, the achievement of environmental health was 91.6%, and the achievement of environmental sanitation was 92.3%. Conclusion: In conclusion, the study results indicate that the implementation of sanitation and hygiene in the work environment at the Sumbawa Hospital has met the requirements. It's just that there is still a need for improvement in aspects of environmental health implementation, especially in parts of air sanitation and waste management..

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Occupational hazards and its relation with health-seeking and practicing behaviors among sanitary workers in Southern, Ethiopia

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Knowledge, Attitude, Perception and Health-Seeking Behaviour Regarding Occupational-Risk of Cement-Dust Exposure Among Lafarge Workers in Ewekoro Ogun State, Nigeria

Knowledge, Attitude, Perception and Health-Seeking Behaviour Regarding Occupational-Risk of Cement-Dust Exposure Among Lafarge Workers in Ewekoro Ogun State, Nigeria

Situational analysis of occupational safety, health, and dignity of sanitation workers:

Implementation of Work Environment Hygiene and Sanitation Standard in Public Health Facilities Sumbawa

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