A comparative study on socio-demographic profile, working environment and morbidity profile among shoemakers and non shoemakers in a slum area of Kolkata

Samsuzzaman, Dr MD; Bhattacharyya, Dr Prasanta Kumar; Manna, Dr Nirmalya; Das, Dr Saikat

doi:10.9790/0853-13823841

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“…7 Other studies had also reported similar findings. 14,15 All workers, especially in the preparing/upper sole and assembling department, were exposed to solvents, organic chemicals, and heat-generating machines leading to a high ambient temperature of 38 to 40 degrees Celsius and humidity of 80% leading to skin problems. 7,13 Also, workers who apply adhesives using different kinds of brushes without using PPE like hand gloves can suffer from skin irritation.…”

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“…De Almeida et al study revealed the highest prevalence of about 66%; Samsuzzaman et al study demonstrated a prevalence of almost 38.75%. 12,14 This may be due to repetitive tasks, awkward postures for long periods in cutting/sewing/gluing/molding, and outsole joining than workers in the finishing/polishing section. 11…”

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“…[9][10][11] As the footwear manufacturing process is a labor-intensive process, exposure to numerous harmful substances is unavoidable. [8][9][10][11][12][13][14] Therefore, to exempt the workers' health from the burden of disease, there exists a continuous need to do research in this sector in Tamil Nadu and this study was conducted to assess the prevalence of various occupational health problems like respiratory complaints, skin ailments and musculoskeletal disorders among the participants and also factors associated with these occupational health problems.…”

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Prevalence and factors associated with occupational health problems among leather footwear manufacturing workers in Ambur town, Thirupathur district, Tamil Nadu, India

Thilagavathi

Muthuperumal

2022

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: In India, the leather footwear manufacturing sector contributes to a significant segment of leather products, and workers were exposed to a wide range of hazardous substances during the manufacturing process. The present study was conducted to identify the prevalence of various work-related health complaints and the factors associated with occupational health problems among leather footwear workers in Tamil Nadu. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 275 leather footwear workers in Ambur town, Thirupathur district, Tamil Nadu from June 2019 to July 2019. Data was collected using a semi-structured questionnaire consisting of socio-demographic and workplace characteristics, work-related self-reported health complaints, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Descriptive analysis and multivariate analysis were performed to identify factors associated with work-related health problems at a 5% level of significance. Results: The study demonstrated a prevalence of 19.33% respiratory disorders, 16.4% skin ailments, and 37% musculoskeletal complaints. Workers involved in the scouring/finishing process had nearly two times the odds (95% CI: 0.977-3.923); workers who do not use PPE like gloves or masks had two times the odds (95% CI: 1.307-4.346); workers who reported inadequate windows/fans or blowers in their work station had four times the odds (95% CI: 1.421-12.413) and workers who reported lack of regular work training had 3.5 times odds (95% CI: 1.954-6.531) of occupational health problems. Conclusions: Implementation of strict protocols on the use of PPE, periodic monitoring and safety training should be regulated to prevent the workers from these health problems.

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Prevalence and factors associated with occupational health problems among leather footwear manufacturing workers in Ambur town, Thirupathur district, Tamil Nadu, India

Thilagavathi

Muthuperumal

2022

Int J Community Med Public Health

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“…Exceptionally, high prevalence was noted among Parsis[ 1 ] and in urban slum. [ 5 ] The high rate in Parsis is probably related to aging population, and in urban slum, it may be due to nutritional and adverse environmental factors and needs further study.…”

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