scholarly journals Respiratory Tract Problems among Wood Furniture Manufacturing Factory Workers in the Northeast of Thailand

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 125-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. Soongkhang ◽  
W. Laohasiriwong
Keyword(s):  
Respiratory Symptoms ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
Wood Dust ◽  
P Value ◽  
Factory Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Furniture Manufacturing ◽  
Reduce Lung Function ◽  
Medium Level ◽  
Wood Furniture

Background Wood furniture manufacturing factory workers are at high risk of exposure to wood dust in wood working processes. Wood dust exposure could cause respiratory symptoms, such as reduce lung function, chronic bronchitis, and asthma. The Northeast region of Thailand has many wood furniture manufacturing factories. However, limited studies were carried out to explore the effect of wood dust exposure on workers.Objective This study aimed to assess the respiratory symptoms and determine factors associated with these symptoms among wood furniture manufacturing factory workers.Method This cross-sectional analytical research used a multistage random sampling to select 511 workers from three provinces in the Northeast of Thailand. The data was collected using a structured questionnaire interview. The content validity of questionnaire was tested by 3 experts and had a Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of 0.82. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple logistic regressions.Result The result indicated that 29.94% of these workers had respiratory symptoms, including coughing(18.79%), nasal secretion (15.66%), and stuffy nose (15.07%). Factors that were significantly associated with respiratory symptoms (p–value<0.05) were (a) not always wearing mask (adjusted OR=2.26;95% CI=1.37-3.72), (b) low to medium level of knowledge on dust prevention (adjusted OR=1.83;95% CI=1.23- 2.73) and (c) contacted softwood dust (adjusted OR=1.97;95% CI= 1.06-3.64).Conclusion About 30% of wood furniture manufacturing factory workers had respiratory symptoms with related to both personal preventive behaviors and their working environments. Therefore, the raising awareness for using personal protective equipment during work will help them to prevent from various respiratory track problems.

scholarly journals Assessment of dust exposure and chronic respiratory symptoms among workers in medium scale woodwork factories in Ethiopia; a cross sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tegegnework Yitayew Awoke ◽  
Abera Kumie Takele ◽  
Worku Tefera Mekonnen ◽  
Samson Wakuma Abaya ◽  
Yifokire Tefera Zele ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Respiratory Symptoms ◽  
Occupational Safety ◽  
Respiratory Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
Wood Dust ◽  
Exposure Level ◽  
Factory Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background Wood dust in a form of inhalable particulates can penetrate the lung tissues and affect respiratory health. Woodwork factory workers are at a greater risk of developing respiratory health problems because of exposure in their working environment, but existing data were few. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of chronic respiratory symptoms, associated factors, and concentration of personal total wood dust level among medium-scale woodwork factory workers. Methods An institutional based cross-sectional study was conducted among 506 woodwork factory workers. We selected study participants using a simple random sampling technique. We assessed chronic respiratory symptoms using the British Medical Research Council respiratory symptoms questionnaire with a few modifications. A multivariate logistic regression model was used to identify the factors. Forty dust measurements were collected from 20 randomly selected workers using a closed-face cassette (CFC) personal sampler. We analyzed the dust samples gravimetrically using a standard microbalance scale. Results We recruited a random sample of 506 workers in the study with a response rate of 98%. The prevalence of chronic respiratory health symptoms among woodworkers was 69.8% with a prevalence of cough (54.6%), phlegm (52.2%), wheezing (44.6%), breathlessness (42.1%), and chest pain (42.9%). Past occupational dust exposure history (AOR = 2.09, 95% CI; 1.09–4.01), work experience > 5 years (AOR = 9.18, 95% CI; 5.27–16.00), using bio-fuel as energy for cooking (AOR = 2.42, 95% CI; 1.44–4.07), and having no occupational safety and health training (AOR = 3.38, 95% CI; 1.20–9.49) were factors that significantly associated with chronic respiratory symptoms among woodwork workers. The geometric mean (GM) of dust exposure level among woodworkers was 10.27 mg/m3, which exceeded the limit of 10 mg/m3 set by the ACGIH. Conclusions High prevalence of chronic respiratory symptoms was reported from woodwork factory workers. Increased work- experience, using bio-fuel as an energy source for cooking, past occupational dust exposure history, and having no occupational safety and health training were identified risk factors. The measured average personal wood dust exposure level was above the recommended occupational threshold limit value. Therefore, workers’ wood dust exposure reduction and control methods and respiratory health awareness programs should be implemented.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN ANTARA KEBIASAAN MENGGUNAKAN MASKER DENGAN TERJADINYA BATUK PADA PEKERJA INDUSTRI MEBEL DI DESA KARANGSONO KECAMATAN SUKOREJO KABUPATEN PASURUAN

2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marsaid . ◽  
Hurun Ain, . ◽  
Nurul Hidayah
Keyword(s):  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Wood Dust ◽  
P Value ◽  
Furniture Industry ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Spearman Rank ◽  
Correlational Approach ◽  
E Mail

HUBUNGAN ANTARA KEBIASAAN MENGGUNAKAN MASKER DENGAN TERJADINYA BATUK PADA PEKERJA INDUSTRI MEBEL DI DESA KARANGSONO KECAMATAN SUKOREJO KABUPATEN PASURUANCorrelation Between Habitual of Wearing Mask With Cough Incidence To The Workers At The Furniture Industry In Karangsono Village Sukorejo, PasuruanMarsaid1, Hurun Ain2, Nurul Hidayah31,2,3)Program Studi Keperawatan Lawang Poltekkes Kemenkes MalangJl. A. Yani No 1 Lawang 65218*)e-mail: [email protected] perkayuan atau mebel merupakan pekerja dengan resiko paparan debu, baik yang berasal dari penggergajian atau pengampelasan kayu, sehingga beresiko terkena penyakit akibat kerja berupa penyakit saluran pernafasan dengan gejala utamanya batuk. Kurangnya pengetahuan dan disiplin kerja dari para pekerja untuk menggunakan alat pengaman diri (APD) berupa, masker merupakan salah satu faktor yang mempengaruhi timbulnya penyakit saluran pernafasan dengan gejala utamanya batuk. Hal ini terjadi karena para pekerja menghirup debu penggergajian atau pengampelasan kayu dalam dosis besar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara kebiasaan menggunakan masker dengan terjadinya batuk pada pekerja industri mebel. Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah korelasional dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Sampel pada penelitian ini adalah para pekerja industri mebel yang berjumlah 30 orang. Pengumpulan data dengan wawancara. Hasil penelitian didapatkan bahwa 67% sering menggunakan masker, dan 33% jarang menggunakan masker. Frekuensi batuk didapatkan bahwa batuk sedang 60%, batuk ringan 33%, dan sisanya 7% batuk berat. Uji analisis statistik spearman rank correlation dengan Ü = 0,05 didapatkan nilai p = 0,028 artinya ada hubungan antara kebiasaan menggunakan masker dengan terjadinya batuk pada pekerja industri mebel. kesimpulannya adalah para responden mengerti tentang bahaya penyakit akibat kerja khususnya batuk, sehingga mereka bisa menjaga diri mereka sendiri dari pemaparan debu kayu. Agar kesehatan mereka tetap terpelihara, maka dianjurkan untuk selalu memakai masker saat bekerja.Kata kunci: masker, batuk, pekerja mebelABSTRACTLumber or furniture worker is a worker with the risk of exposure to dust, whether originating from sawing or sanding wood, so the risk of illness due to respiratory diseases such as working with the main symptoms of cough. Lack of knowledge and discipline of the workers to use safety devices themselves (APD) in the form, the mask is one factor affecting the incidence of respiratory disease with main symptoms of cough. This happens because the workers breathe in dust sawing or sanding wood in large doses. This study aims to determine the relationship between the habite of using the mask with the occurrence of cough in the furniture industry workers. The study design was cross-sectional correlational approach in this study is the furniture industry workers numbering 30 people. Data collection with interviews. The results showed that 67% frequently use masks, and 33% less using a mask. Cough frequency found that cough was 60%, 33% mild cough, and the remaining 7% severe cough. Spearman rank test statistical analysis Ü = 0.05 correlation with p value = 0.028 means that there is a relationship between the habit of using a mask with the occurrence of cough in the furniture industry workers. Conclusion is the respondent to understand about the dangers of diseases caused by work, especially cough, so they can keep themselves from wood dust exposure. So that their health is maintained, then it is advisable to always wear a mask when working.Keywords: masks, cough, furniture workers

assessing knowledge, attitude and practices of miners and post-occupational miners towards pneumoconiosis in Wusakile Township, Kitwe, Zambia:cross sectional study (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen Banda
Keyword(s):  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Mining Areas

BACKGROUND Occupational conditions are deadly health hazards especially where dust exposure is inevitable causing chronic disabilities, impaired respiratory function and ultimately leading to death if no intensive measures are put in place. Unhealthy practices and negative attitudes rise in the number of cases of pneumoconiosis due to poor health education and awareness strategies. Pneumoconiosis is not only a health problem but also a social and economic burden on the livelihood of people living in mining areas around the globe. OBJECTIVE to assess knowledge, attitude and practices of miners and post-occupational miners towards pneumoconiosis in Wusakile Township, Kitwe, Zambia. METHODS A cross-sectional study was employed to conduct a research in Wusakile Township and a questionnaire was customized in order to syphon data relevant to the study as well to be brief. The study was conducted among 73 participants who were randomly selected among miners and post-occupational miners and all satisfied the inclusion criteria. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were used to collect data. The data was entered and analysed using IBM SPSS software version 23. RESULTS Among 73 participants interviewed, 33.99% of participants had poor knowledge on the complications of pneumoconiosis. However, despite this poor knowledge, all participants had an idea about pneumoconiosis particularly silicosis. 13.70% of the respondents had bad practices towards pneumoconiosis while 86.30% had some good practices towards pneumoconiosis. Of the total participants, 19.18% of the participants had a negative attitude towards pneumoconiosis. Correlation between the level of education and practices of participants using Pearson Chi-Square, a p value of 0.021 (significant) was found ruling out the null hypothesis. CONCLUSIONS Information about pneumoconiosis and awareness programs towards pneumoconiosis are not widely disseminated among miners and post-occupational miners. There is still a significant number of participants who need to be educated more about pneumoconiosis and its complications so that attitude and practices are improved and also promote full community participation by involving competent health professionals to help in implementing preventive measures.

scholarly journals Factors Related to Lung Function In Wood Furniture Workers In Oesapa Village, Kelapa Lima Sub District Kupang City

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 64-72
Author(s):  
Diana Juniati Nabuasa ◽  
Noorce Ch Berek ◽  
Agus Setyobudi
Keyword(s):  
Lung Function ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Step Test ◽  
Smoking Habits ◽  
Wood Dust ◽  
Height Measurement ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Wood Furniture ◽  
Wooden Furniture

Workers of wooden furniture is the workers who are at risk for decreased lung function caused by exposure to wood dust in the working environment. Wood dust will enter the respiratory organs, thereby affecting lung function. Decreased pulmonary function can be seen by the method of Harvard Step Test. This research aims to analyse the relationship between age, working period, nutritional status, smoking habits, long exposure to dust, and use of PPE with lung function in wooden furniture workers in Oesapa Village, Kelapa Lima Sub District, Kupang City. The study was analytic survey with Cross Sectional approach. This research was conducted in the wood furniture industry in Oesapa Vilage, Kelapa Lima District, Kupang City in July 2020. The population in this study was 33 workers of wooden furniture. Data collection is done by questionnaire, weight measurement, height measurement and the Harvard Step Test to determine the level of lung fitness workers. Data analysis technique used is the Chi Square test with level of significance . The results showed that there was a significant relationship between age (0.002), working period (0.023), nutritional status (0.039), and use of PPE (0.016) with lung function in workers of wooden furniture. There is no relationship smoking habits (0.093), long exposureto  dust (0.057) and lung  function in workers of wooden furniture.  

scholarly journals Worker Characteristics and Dust Exposure to Pulmonary Function Status in Jumping Saw Division Of Wood Industry At Banyuwangi: An Association Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 99
Author(s):  
Desy Tri Wulansari
Keyword(s):  
Pulmonary Function ◽  
Smoking Habit ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
Wood Dust ◽  
Wood Industry ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Lung Physiology ◽  
Dust Level ◽  
Worker Characteristics

Wood dust in the air will bring serious health problems if it is prolonged. Wood Dust has effect for health due to  its effect on , pulmonary function via respiratory system entrance. The aim of this study was to analyze the  association of worker characteristics and dust exposure to pulmonary function status in jumping saw division workers in wood industry Sempu, Banyuwangi. The research was observasional with cross sectional desain. Research data was obtained by giving questionnaire to respondent, measurement of dust level by using HVAS and lung physiology examination using spirometry tool. The sampel in this research was 7 workers in the part of jumping saw and 6 worker in the part of office. Data were analyzed with chi square statistical test  to analyzing the association and statistical t-test to analyzing difference  pulmonary function status between to 2 groups. The result showed that dust level in the exposure groups of jumping saw workers was 19,90 mg/m3 and non-exposure group  (office) was 0,089 mg/m3, suitable with Permenakertrans No. 13/MEN/X/2011 is 5 mg/m3. Results of lung function measurement showed that normal 15,38% and impairment 84,62%. It is concluded that no associoation between age, length of employment, smoking habit, respiratory ptotective equipment usage habit, respiratory diseases history and  dust exposure to pulmonary function status, except association between nutrion status with pulmonary function status. The company should monitor the levels of wood dust, to ensure that it does not exceed the NAB and regular lung physiological health checks.

scholarly journals Analisis Pengaruh Kepadatan Debu dan Penggunaan APD Pekerja Pabrik Pakan Ikan Terhadap Gangguan Fungsi Paru Pada Pekerja Pabrik Pakan Ikan di Kecamatan XIII Koto Kampar

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 129
Author(s):  
Indrawati Indrawati ◽  
Zulkarnaini Zulkarnaini ◽  
Suyanto Suyanto
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Respiratory Illness ◽  
P Value ◽  
Fish Feed ◽  
Factory Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Function Impairment ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Lung Function Impairment ◽  
And Chemical Properties

Cases of pulmonary disorders caused by exposure to dust are found in Indonesia, avariety of factors in the onset of respiratory illness as a result of dust covering the particlesize, shape, concentration, solubility and chemical properties as well as long exposure,several factors of karakteristi workers also can also affect the state including lung, smokinghabit, the habit of wearing personal protective equipment, exercise habits, etc. (karbella2011). The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the analysis of ambient dustlevels and use of PPE with the incidence of pulmonary function impairment. This study usesobservational study design, with a cross-sectional design that was conducted in May-July2015 in Fish Feed Plant Koto Kampar District XIII. Number of samples 32 people.Measuring instruments used are questionnaires and observation sheets. Analiais data used issimple logistic regression. The results showed that the variables associated with impairedlung function are variable dust density (p value 0.001), use of PPE (p value 0.001), thevariable counfounding; smoking (p value 0.005), and sports (p value 0.014). While mostdominant variable affecting lung function impairment in workers fish feed is variable dustdensity (p value 0.009) and use of PPE (p value 0.023). Advised on factory workers tomaintain the safety of health themselves by using personal protective mill dust densityenvironment experienced during work. 

scholarly journals Respiratory Health in Adults Residing Near a Coal-Burning Power Plant with Coal Ash Storage Facilities: A Cross-Sectional Epidemiological Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (19) ◽  
pp. 3642 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abby N. Hagemeyer ◽  
Clara G. Sears ◽  
Kristina M. Zierold
Keyword(s):  
Epidemiological Study ◽  
Respiratory Symptoms ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Respiratory Health ◽  
Coal Ash ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Exposed Population ◽  
Burning Coal

Coal ash, the byproduct of burning coal made up of small particles, including heavy metals and radioactive elements, is discarded in open-air landfills where it can be emitted into the air, contributing to air pollution in the surrounding community. Few regulations exist regarding the storage, disposal, and transport of coal ash. There is limited research on the health impacts of coal ash exposure on communities. The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of respiratory symptoms among adults exposed to coal ash and non-exposed adults. A cross-sectional epidemiological study was conducted among two populations: one exposed to coal ash and one not exposed to coal ash. Perception of health (p-Value < 0.0001), cough (Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) = 5.30, 95% Confidence Intervals (CI) = 2.60–11), shortness of breath (AOR = 2.59, 95% CI = 1.56–4.31), hoarseness (AOR = 4.02, 95% CI = 2.45–6.60), respiratory infections (AOR = 1.82, 95% CI = 1.14–2.89), and mean overall respiratory health score (p-Value < 0.0001) were all statistically significantly greater in exposed adults (N = 231) when compared to non-exposed adults (N = 170). Adults residing near the coal ash facility were more likely to report respiratory symptoms than the non-exposed population. More research on the health impact of coal ash and storage regulations needs to be conducted.

scholarly journals Tobacco smoking among chrysotile asbestos workers in Asbest in the Russian Federation

2020 ◽  
Vol 77 (9) ◽  
pp. 623-627
Author(s):  
Ann Olsson ◽  
Evgeny V Kovalevskiy ◽  
Madar Talibov ◽  
Monika Moissonnier ◽  
Graham Byrnes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Russian Federation ◽  
Occupational Safety ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Dust Exposure ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Historical Cohort ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Retired Workers

ObjectivesA historical cohort study of cancer mortality is being conducted among workers in a chrysotile mine and its enrichment factories in the town of Asbest, Russian Federation. Because individual-level information on tobacco use is not available for Asbest Chrysotile Cohort members, a cross-sectional survey of smoking behaviours was conducted among active and retired workers.MethodsSelf-administered questionnaires were completed by active workers during meetings organised by occupational safety personnel. Retired workers completed questionnaires during meetings of the Veterans Council or were interviewed via telephone or in person. Of the respondents, 46% could be linked to the Asbest Chrysotile Cohort. Among those, logistic regression models were used to assess associations between smoking and cumulative dust exposure.ResultsAmong men, smoking prevalence was high and relatively consistent across birth decades (average, 66%), and was similar in workers across all levels of cumulative dust exposure (p trend, 0.44). Among women, the prevalence increased from <10% in those born before 1960 to 30% in those born after 1980, and smoking was associated with exposure to dust versus not exposed to dust (p value, 0.006), but did not vary appreciably across workers in different cumulative dust exposure categories (p trend, 0.29).ConclusionsOur study suggests that cross-sectional surveys may be a useful tool for understanding the potential health impact from smoking in occupational cohorts, including possible confounding by smoking. This survey showed that adjustment at the age group level among women is needed to reduce residual confounding and account for smoking patterns, which have changed substantially over time.

scholarly journals CORRELATION BETWEEN EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILL OF HEALTH STUDENTS OF FACULTY OF MEDICINE UNIVERSITAS HASANUDDIN

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 22
Author(s):  
Hasnah Hasnah ◽  
Desy Ana Hendra ◽  
Hapsah Hapsah
Keyword(s):  
Emotional Intelligence ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Observational Study Design ◽  
Medium Level

Background: High demands in all conditions require proffesional health workers. In dealing with patients, health workers need high emotional intelligence and problem solving skills that are qualified to deal with various problems. Objective: To analyze correlation between emotional intelligence with problem solving skill of health student of Faculty of Medicine Universitas Hasanuddin. Method: This quantitative research was conducted in August-September 2017, using observational study design with cross sectional analytic approach. Population in this research is health students Faculty of Medicine Universitas Hasanuddin who forced in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 (N=1995). Sampling technique using cluster random sampling (n=333). The data were analyzed with Spearman’s Rho test. Results: More than half of respondents had a low emotional intelligence (58.3%) and  medium level of problem solving skill (51,4%). Correlation coefficient both of them is weak (r=0,222; p value = 0.000 <0,05). Conclusion: There is a weak correlation between emotional intelligence with problem solving skill of health student of Faculty of Medicine Hasanuddin University. The higher the emotional intelligence of the student, the higher the level of problem solving skill.

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