scholarly journals Prevalence of Protective Measures and Accident Among Motorcycle Riders with Road Safety Compliance in a Nigerian Semi-Urban Community

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 129-138
Author(s):  
OL Afelumo ◽  
OP Abiodun ◽  
FO Sanni
Keyword(s):  
Road Safety ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protective Measures ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Motorcycle Accidents

Introduction: The operation of commercial motorcycles has eased transport difficulties, but an increased rate of road traffic collisions, injuries, and deaths deserve attention. This study aimed to evaluate compliance with road safety preventive measures and accident prevalence among motorcycle riders in Ado-Odo Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria. Methods: This study was a descriptive cross-sectional survey that employed a structured questionnaire for collecting information related to compliance to protective measures and accident prevalence. A stratified random sampling technique was used to identify respondents from 20 motorcycle parks. Also, a multistage probability sampling method was used to select 374 respondents from all motorcycle parks listed. Data analysis was done using IBM-SPSS version 25.0 Results: Of the 374 respondents, 69.0% owned motorcycles and 31.0% hired/rented theirs. Less than half (45.7%) of all riders were aware of the implications (health, financial, and psychological) of a motorcycle accident (MCA). Only 39.5% of owners and 59.5% rented/hire knew the implications (p<0.001). Helmet use was significantly higher among owners (76.4%) than hired/rented (55.2%), p<0.001. More owners (70.9%) had protective jackets than rented/hired (57.8%) (p<0.05). Availability of bright/reflective clothing was poor (45.7%) though significantly higher among owners (50.0%) than rented/hired (36.2%) (p<0.05). Overall accident prevalence was 45.2%, significantly higher among rented/hired riders (56.0%) than owners (40.3%) (p<0.005). Respondents aged 18-24 years were more involved in MCA (52.9%) than the other age groups (p<0.05). Respondents with no formal education had more accidents (73.1%) than the educated (p<0.001). Conclusion: The knowledge of the consequences of motorcycle accidents was limited among motorcycle riders in Ado-Odo, and the prevalence of accidents was significantly higher among riders who rented/hired motorcycles than owners. Therefore, there is a need for accident documentation and cost implication of motorcycle accidents in the local government areas; this will help policymakers design intervention programs. Also, there is a need for regular training of the riders on road safety measures and the associated benefits.

scholarly journals Rationale and Implications of Psychoactive Substances Use Among Commercial Road Transport Workers in Lokoja, Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (5-1) ◽  
pp. 143-157
Author(s):  
Ajibade David ◽  
Adefolaju Toyin
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Study Groups ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Psychoactive Substances ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Transport Workers

Abstract This study investigates the rationale and implications of psychoactive substances use among commercial road transport workers in Lokoja, Nigeria, using cross-sectional survey research design. The study population comprises of trailer drivers, taxi drivers, tipper drivers and long distance bus drivers registered in Lokoja. However, due to variation in the population of each of the study groups, a quota of forty five (45) participants were allotted to each of the groups (totalling one hundred and eighty, 180) in order to prevent over-representation of one group over the other. Selection of respondents at garage/park level was however done using purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using semi-structured questionnaire and statistically analysed using frequencies, percentage, and weighted means. Results of the study show that majority of the respondents used psychoactive substances to overcome depression, stay awake while driving, overcome daily problems and for pleasure. These were however found to sometimes result to alteration in the moods and emotional state of the respondents, road traffic accidents, hangover and further involvement in substances usage. In view of these findings, it is recommended that Government should intensify campaign through print and electronic media as well as by organising seminar and workshop for members of commercial road transport workers not only in the study area but also in Nigeria generally, on the risks (social, psychological and health) of psychoactive substance usage.

scholarly journals Exploring the Prevalence of Protective Measure Adoption in Mosques during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (24) ◽  
pp. 13927
Author(s):  
Choirul Amin ◽  
Priyono Priyono ◽  
Umrotun Umrotun ◽  
Maulida Fatkhiyah ◽  
Suliadi Firdaus Sufahani
Keyword(s):  
Body Temperature ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Protective Measure ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protective Measures ◽  
Nahdlatul Ulama ◽  
Implementation Status

Muslims worship together more frequently than members of other religions. They pray in congregation at the mosque five times a day, causing the mosque to become a central hub for COVID-19 transmission. Therefore, the adoption of protective measures as a method of mitigating the COVID-19 pandemic in mosques is vital. This study aims to account for the implementation status of protective measures in mosques in Surakarta City, Indonesia, during the COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a structured questionnaire sent to mosque caretakers as research participants. The mosques were chosen using a simple random sampling technique for a total sample of 247 mosques in Surakarta City. Participants were asked how often they implement the following protective measures in mosques, as recommended by the Majelis Ulama Indonesia: checking body temperature before entering the mosque, prayer distancing, carrying own prayer mat, wearing a mask when praying and no handshaking after prayer. The prevalence of the adoption of protective measures was revealed to be amongst 44.6% to 92.6%, with the lowest prevalence in checking body temperature before entering the mosque. Overall, only 33.7% of mosques implemented all protective measures. In mosques affiliated with Nahdlatul Ulama and the small mosques, the prevalence of protective measures was lower than in mosques affiliated with Muhammadiyah and the large mosques, respectively, suggesting that it is crucial to develop targeted health messages for these groups. Finally, as religious communities remain active in congregational worship during the outbreak, the contradictions between medical and religious practices must be addressed in society for believers to adopt public health policies and for policymakers to comprehend the importance of religious observances.

Twofold Approach to Workers’ Commitment

2020 ◽  
pp. 42-52
Keyword(s):  
Academic Staff ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Stepwise Multiple Regression ◽  
Job Engagement ◽  
Job Fit ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Multi Stage

Debate on what drives workers’ commitment has remained unabated, multidimensional, and geographically spread but contextual intelligence shown that poor morale could be the hindrance. The paper argued from job-engagement and job-fit perspectives to workers’ commitment. The cross-sectional survey research design was adopted and data were gathered from 377 regular non-academic staff from six selected private universities in Ogun State, Nigeria through a multi-stage random sampling technique. The reliability and validity test were conducted on the adapted questionnaire before it was administered. The result from stepwise multiple regression analysis revealed that job-engagement and job-fit dimensions had positive significant combined effect on workers’ commitment (R = 0.819, F(5, 371) = 151,184, Adj. R2 = 0.666, p < 0.05). It recommended that management should ensure that the job-holder’s capabilities match the job-demands by assessing the competencies of those whose jobs are to be enriched to drive workers’ commitment.

scholarly journals TRAFFIC MORTALITY, MORTALITY AWARENESS, AND ATTITUDE TO ROAD SAFETY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 558-562
Author(s):  
Patience a ◽  
◽  
N. Ugwuegede ◽  
Kelechi T. Ugwu ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Road Safety ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Practical Implication ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Safe Driving ◽  
Traffic Mortality

Road traffic accidents in Nigeria are increasing at an alarming rate and have raised one of the countrys primary concerns. The current study aimed to investigate the effect of mortality awareness on attitude towards road safety. This studys main objective is to ascertain if subtle reminder of traffic mortality will influence road usersattitudes towards road safety. One hundred and three (n=103) road users from public bus terminals, and private car parking garages in the Enugu State of Nigeria participated in this study. A cross-sectional survey design was adopted. Data were collected using a modified version of the Attitude towards Safe Driving Scale (ASDS) and a scale developed to trigger mortality thoughts. The regression analysis conducted on the data established a positive association between a subtle reminder of mortality and attitude towards road safety at F (1,101), 367.67, P<.000. More so, an adjusted R2of .547 indicates that mortality reminders accounted for 54.7% of the variation in attitude towards road safety. The study concluded that mortality reminders are essential in controlling traffic-related accidents and violations. The practical implication and recommendations are discussed.

scholarly journals Analysis of Residents’ Preparedness Protocols during Ebola Pandemic in Urban Environment

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emmanuel O Amoo ◽  
Gbolahan A. Oni ◽  
Aize Obayan ◽  
Amos Alao ◽  
Olujide Adekeye ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ebola Virus ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Ebola Virus Disease ◽  
Behavioral Risk ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Effective Response ◽  
Ogun State

Background: The study assessed men&rsquo;s role in the preparedness against emerging pandemic of Ebola Virus Disease in Ogun State, Nigeria. It examined the changes in men&rsquo;s hygiene practices as response to the news of the outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease. Methods: The data were extracted from a 2015 Cross-Sectional Survey on wellness, knowledge, attitude and practices towards the control and prevention of Ebola Virus Disease. The respondents (466 male) in the main survey were selected using simple random sampling technique within two enumeration areas (EAs). Results: The results revealed high level of knowledge of EVD but over 70% were not aware of centre for EVD treatment, 60.2% believed they are not susceptible to EVD. The practice of handshaking reduced, eating of hunted animals decreased only marginally by 6.9% and washing with soap increased by 4%. Conclusion: The study provides helpful information for public health policy especially in terms of behavioral risk factors that are prone to Ebola virus infections or other communicable diseases. It emphasises regular hand washing with soap and sanitizing agents and recommended that availability of treatment centres and vaccines that can enhance effective response in curtailing further health emergencies.

scholarly journals Impact of information communication technology (ICT) and mass media usage on technical efficiency of fish farming in Ogun State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 60 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-150
Author(s):  
Folasade Olukemi Oke ◽  
Gaius Olorunsogo ◽  
Dare Akerele
Keyword(s):  
Technical Efficiency ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Fish Farming ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Stochastic Production Frontier ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Average Output ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
The Impact

The role of information in agricultural development cannot be overemphasized, as information is vital in increasing production, improving marketing and enhancing distribution strategies. Therefore, the study examined the impact of information communication technologies on the technical efficiency of fish farming in Ogun State, Nigeria using a stochastic production frontier approach. In a cross-sectional survey, a multi-stage sampling technique was employed to elicit primary information from 120 fish farmers. Major ICT sources used by the fish farmers include television (81.7%), radio (79.2%) and the Internet (68.3%). The average output of catfish has positive and significant elasticity with regards to each input variable except family labour. The inefficiency model revealed that the age of farmers, farming experience, television and radio usage were significant but negatively related. That means that any increase in any of these factors will reduce the inefficiency of fish farmers and bring about an increase in technical efficiency. This implies that it is possible to increase technical efficiency in fish farming in the study area provided that the media channel (radio and television) predominantly used is improved. This study recommends a reduction in family labour usage while at the same time encouraging young people to venture into fish farming.

scholarly journals Does Work Interest and Preference Affect Workers’ Normative Commitment?

2021 ◽  
pp. 27-37
Author(s):  
Jones Umukoro ◽  
Damola Adediji
Keyword(s):  
Academic Staff ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Normative Commitment ◽  
Job Fit ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Higher Institutions

The position that a dedicated and loyal worker is an asset and a resource component for business sustainability is germane. However, reports have shown that in Nigeria and most developing climes, the obligation by workers to stay and add value in their organization is as fragile as thin ice. Also, there is limited data analysis of skill needs to measure work interest and preference of workers in higher institutions. Thus, this paper determined if job-fit dimensions (work interest, work preference) affect workers’ normative commitment. By applying a cross-sectional survey research design, collated data from 377 regular non-academic staff from six selected private universities in Ogun State, Nigeria, was obtained through a multi-stage random sampling technique. The content, criterion, construct validity, and test-retest reliability tested the adapted questionnaire before administration. Multiple regression analysis results revealed that job-fit dimensions had a positive significant combined effect on workers’ normative commitment (R = 0.558, F (2, 374) = 84.622, Adj. R2 = 0.308, p < 0.05). Management and HR practitioners should be more conscious of the hiring process, promote independence and flexibility for workers' development, training, prospects for collaboration, and a sense of connectedness with the job as a measure of enhancing loyalty.

scholarly journals ASSOCIATION BETWEEN SELFITIS AND MENTAL WELL-BEING AMONG ACADEMIC PROFESSIONALS OF KARACHI

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-40
Author(s):  
Sundus Riaz Paracha
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
American Psychiatric Association ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Social Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Academic Professionals ◽  
Mental Well Being

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND AND AIMS A selfie is referred to a photograph that one has taken of oneself, typically from a smartphone or webcam, often shared on social media websites. Recent studies suggested that selfie addiction negatively affects the mental and social health of individuals. The American Psychiatric Association confirmed obsessive selfie-taking as a mental disorder. Therefore, this study aims to explore the association between selfie syndrome and mental well-being among academic professionals of Karachi. METHODOLOGY The cross-sectional survey was conducted on academic professionals, selected through the non-probability sampling technique. The data was collected through Selfitis Behavioural Scale and Warwick Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale. RESULTS A total number of 100 participants were included in the study with a mean age of 29±10.8 years. The findings showed that 42% to 45% of the selected sample showed severe to moderate selfitis behaviour while 13% had mild selfitis behaviour with no significant association with mental well-being. CONCLUSION It was concluded that the majority of individuals were suffering from moderate to severe selfitis behaviour with no significant association with mental well-being. Further studies are suggested to identify how selfitis behavior influences the mental well-being of different age-groups in Pakistan.

scholarly journals Road safety and the community: an awareness survey among the coastal population of Karnataka

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 116
Author(s):  
Ranjitha S. Shetty ◽  
Vandita Pahwa ◽  
Vibha S. P. ◽  
Asha Kamath ◽  
Suma Nair
Keyword(s):  
Road Safety ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Coastal Region ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Medical Expenditure ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Background: Road traffic accidents (RTAs) pose a significant burden on the health care system in India with high out of pocket medical expenditure. Awareness about this public health problem is necessary to combat it and this study was carried out to assess knowledge and practice towards road safety among the adult population in the coastal region of Udupi taluk in Karnataka. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was carried out among 381 adults aged 18 years and above residing in the region for more than one year. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to assess their knowledge and practice towards road safety measures. Results: Most of the participants were in the age bracket of 18-44 years (61.4%), were females (65.1 %) and had up to 10 years of schooling. Overall knowledge was found to be low with only 30% reporting good knowledge. As regards practice, drivers fared better with a good majority (87%) reporting desirable practice. Younger age (OR=0.57, 95% CI, 0.36-0.92), male gender (OR=0.14, 95% CI, 0.08-0.23), higher level of schooling (OR=0.32, 95% CI, 0.20 -0.50) and knowing to drive (OR=0.04, 95% CI, 0.02-0.07) were found to be significantly associated with a greater level of knowledge regarding road safety measures. Conclusions: The study showed inadequate knowledge and poor road safety practices among good number of participants. This emphasises the need for a customized community based awareness campaign on road safety measures coupled with stringent legislation measures to bring about the desired change. 

scholarly journals Awareness and practice regarding road safety among toto (e-rickshaw) drivers in Burdwan Town, West Bengal

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (7) ◽  
pp. 3090 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pramit Goswami ◽  
Abhishek Paul ◽  
Md. Samsuzzaman ◽  
Sima Roy ◽  
Dilip Kumar Das
Keyword(s):  
Road Safety ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Global Epidemic ◽  
Targeted Interventions ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Background: Global epidemic of traffic injuries are increasing rapidly. Unless immediate measures are taken, deaths due to road traffic accidents will rise to the fifth leading cause of deaths by 2030. Recently E-Rickshaws (locally known as ‘Toto’) have gained immense popularity. However, the awareness and practice regarding road safety issues among e-rickshaws drivers is yet to be documented. The study was conducted to assess their knowledge and practices regarding traffic rules and road safety measures, and to find out association of their knowledge and practice with socio-demographic characteristics.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from September-November 2017 at Burdwan Municipality. Assuming 50% prevalence of good knowledge, 10% relative-precision and 10% non-response; calculated sample size was 422. Convenient sampling technique was used due to uneven distribution of study subjects. Equal numbers of participants were included from seven prominent locations of municipality. Depending upon the responses the overall knowledge and practice were grouped into three categories (i.e. good/average/poor) and two categories (i.e. favourable/unfavourable) respectively.Results: 78.2% and 97.16% drivers were unaware about maximum permissible speed limit of e-rickshaws and the ‘cross-road ahead’ signal respectively. 86.73% had unfavourable practice regarding carrying recommended maximum number of passengers. Overall 16.6% drivers had good road safety knowledge and 21.8% had favourable practice. Significant association was found between knowledge and practice with age and educational status of the participants. Practice was also significantly associated with their income status.Conclusions: Overall knowledge and practice regarding road safety was low among the e-rickshaw drivers. Targeted interventions are recommended for improvement. 

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