Awareness and Utilization of Welders’ Personal Protective Eye Devices and Associated Factors

Eze, Boniface Ikenna; Okoye, Obiekwe; Aguwa, Emmanuel N.

doi:10.1177/2165079915578665

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“…12,20,23,24 A review of literature showed that most welders are highly aware of eye protective devices since eye injuries are perceived to be more severe than other injuries. 20,25,26 Goggles were the commonest PPE used, these findings are consistent with those found in India and Ethiopia. 16,19,27 This could be attributed to the high awareness about the instant health implications of welding flash light that arise during metal-arc/gas welding and low perception of occupational risk to other body parts.…”

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Prevalence and determinants of occupational Injuries among welders in small scale metal workshops in Wakiso District, Uganda

Itiakorit

Zziwa

Osuret

2021

EAHRJ

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Background: Injuries are a public health concern accounting for 2.78 million fatalities globally. Welders are exposed to a broad range of injuries (e.g. cuts, burns, eye injuries, skin irritations, and musculoskeletal disorders) and yet, there is paucity of information on context specific determinants to inform injury prevention and control. This study determined the factors associated with occupational injuries among welders in Uganda. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among welders in Wakiso District, Uganda. Pretested and translated questionnaires were used to collect data from 327 randomly selected respondents using face to face interviews. 2 parishes were purposively selected, and 20 metal workshops were systematically selected in each parish. Descriptive statistics and adjusted odds ratios were computed Results: A high prevalence 287 (87.8%) of self-reported occupational injuries was found among welding workers with cuts/burns 242 (84.3%) and eye injuries 180 (62.7%) reported as the most sustained injuries. Occupational injuries were associated with being a causal labourer with informal training (AOR 4.70 (2.03-10.84)) and working for longer hours (AOR 2.63 (1.26-5.51)). Those with more work experience were less likely to be involved in occupational injuries (AOR 0.30 (0.11-0.84)). Conclusions: The prevalence of occupational injuries among small-scale welding workers was high and this was associated with learning their trade at work and working for longer hours. Mitigation measures that focus on safety at workplace, advocating for capacity training, and enforcement of workplace regulations should be instituted.

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confidence: 86%

Prevalence and determinants of occupational Injuries among welders in small scale metal workshops in Wakiso District, Uganda

Itiakorit

Zziwa

Osuret

2021

EAHRJ

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“…Awareness among welders in the study area did not translate into consistent use. This is similar to findings from similar studies that found low utilization of personal protective eye devices (18) and the utilization of at least one type of PPE (9). However, a study in Nepal (19) reported a utilization rate of at least one PPE to be 95.5% among welders in metal workshops much higher than the 68.1% observed in this study.…”

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Awareness and utilization of personal protective equipment among small-scale welders in Cross River State, Nigeria: a descriptive cross-sectional study

Esu

Ekanem²

2021

BUMJ

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Objective: Rapid urbanization and industrialization in the many low- and middle-income countries means that there is a growing demand for the welding industry. Previous studies in Nigeria, and other low- and middle-income countries have reported a significant discrepancy between awareness and consistent and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE). This study assessed the awareness and utilization of PPE among small-scale welders in Calabar South, Cross River State, Nigeria. Methods: This study was conducted in Calabar South Local Government Area using a descriptive cross-sectional design. Data collection was with an interviewer-administered semi-structured questionnaire, and an observation checklist was used to monitor the use of PPE among small-scale welders. Results: One hundred and sixteen small-scale welders were surveyed with a mean age of 34.9 ±9.1 years. Almost 90% of respondents had completed at least primary education. Eighty-one respondents (69.8%) were aware of PPE. Three-quarters of respondents (61/81) knew PPE protected the user from injury. The most frequently identified type of welding PPE among the respondents aware of PPE, were safety goggles (38.3%), hand gloves (25.9%), safety boots (19.8%), and coveralls (9.9%). 83.6% had access to PPE at work. However, only 14.4% reported using PPE consistently. Observation revealed that the PPE most frequently used, sunglasses, were not the recommended welding goggles. Conclusion: The low utilization of PPE calls for stricter enforcement of occupational health and safety regulations among welders in the informal sector, including implementing PPE awareness programs.

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“…12 , 20 , 23 , 24 A review of literature showed that most welders are highly aware of eye protective devices since eye injuries are perceived to be more severe than other injuries. 20 , 25 , 26 Goggles were the commonest PPE used, these findings are consistent with those found in India and Ethiopia. 16 , 19 , 27 This could be attributed to the high awareness about the instant health implications of welding flash light that arise during metal-arc/gas welding and low perception of occupational risk to other body parts.…”

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confidence: 85%

Prevalence and risk factors for diabetes mellitus among tuberculosis patients in Moshi Municipal Council, Kilimanjaro Tanzania

Itiakorit

Zziwa

Osuret

2021

EAHRJ

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Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a worldwide public health problem and its prevalence has been rising rapidly in low and middle income countries (LMICs) including Tanzania. According to WHO report 2015, DM is ranked number six as a leading cause of death worldwide. Strong evidence suggests that DM may be associated with Tuberculosis (TB) and could affect TB treatment outcomes. Tanzania is among the 22 countries that have a high burden of TB and currently facing increased epidemic of DM. The increasing diabetes prevalence may be a threat to TB control and counteract strategies to end TB by 2030 as proposed by WHO. Objective: To determine proportion of TB patients who are co-infected with DM in Moshi municipal council, Kilimanjaro Tanzania. Methodology: This study was a hospital based cross-sectional study conducted in April to July 2018 at 4 health facilities; Mawenzi Regional Referral hospital, St. Joseph District Designated hospital, Pasua Health center and Majengo Health centre in Moshi municipal. The study included adults aged 18 years and above attending either of the 4 health facilities for TB care. The study included newly diagnosed and those who were on TB treatment. Interviews were conducted followed by blood glucose testing. Data was entered and analysed using SPSS Results: A total of 153 TB patients were enrolled, their mean age was 42.5 (±14.75) years and 46 (30.1%) were females. The prevalence of DM among TB patients in this study was 9.2%. Factors associated with TB-DM comorbidity were: age (OR 4.43, 95% CI: 1.18-16.55), HIV status (OR 3.88, 95% CI: 1.06-14.11), and family history of DM (OR 6.50, 95% CI 0.67-25.56). Conclusion: One in ten patients with TB had confirmed DM. There is a need for future studies to assess if DM influences TB treatment and outcomes in this setting.

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Awareness and Utilization of Welders’ Personal Protective Eye Devices and Associated Factors

Cited by 17 publications

References 21 publications

Prevalence and determinants of occupational Injuries among welders in small scale metal workshops in Wakiso District, Uganda

Prevalence and determinants of occupational Injuries among welders in small scale metal workshops in Wakiso District, Uganda

Awareness and utilization of personal protective equipment among small-scale welders in Cross River State, Nigeria: a descriptive cross-sectional study

Prevalence and risk factors for diabetes mellitus among tuberculosis patients in Moshi Municipal Council, Kilimanjaro Tanzania

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