Occupation Hazards – Pattern, Awareness and Preventive Measures among Welders from an Unorganized Sector in India

Joseph, Nitin; N, Venkatesh V; S, Akash; Hegde, Saurish; Moras, Errol; Shenoy, Nikhilgovind P

doi:10.7860/jcdr/2017/24977.9879

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“…A review of literature indicates contrasting findings regarding the training of welders in low-income countries. Although our findings are consistent with those reported by Joseph et al ( 2017 ) among welders in the informal sector in India, which indicated that the majority were trained by apprenticeship, this is in contrast to the evidence generated by Alexander et al ( 2016 ), which indicated that almost all welders in India had neither any formal training nor apprenticeship.…”

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“…Welders in the small-scale metal workshops in Uganda engage in high-risk activities such as heavy lifting, cutting, polishing and joining metal parts, which predispose them to physical, chemical and ergonomic hazards (Atukunda et al, 2019 ; Itiakorit et al, 2021 ). The commonest technologies used in these workshops are electric arc and oxy-fuel gas welding which produce welding fumes that are detrimental to health (Joseph et al, 2017 ). Besides the fumes, welders in small-scale metal workshops are exposed to noise, dust, intense light, heat, electric shock, fires, vibrations from machinery, repetitive work and heavy lifting, whose risk can be exacerbated by the non-usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) and lack of administrative controls (Alexander et al, 2016 ; Atukunda et al, 2019 ; Oluwole et al, 2018 ).…”

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Knowledge, attitude and practices related to the use of personal protective equipment among welders in small-scale metal workshops in Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District, Uganda

Nalugya

Kiguli

Wafula

et al. 2022

Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine

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Background Despite the risks involved in welding, there is limited evidence of the knowledge, attitude and practices related to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) among welders in small-scale metal workshops. We assessed the level of knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) related to PPE use among welders in small-scale workshops in Nansana Municipality, Wakiso district, Uganda. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted among 329 welders. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data on welder knowledge and attitude while an observation checklist was used to establish utilization of PPE. Ten key informant interviews were conducted to further understand welders’ knowledge, attitude and PPE-related practices. A ‘modified Poisson’ regression analysis was done to establish the independent factors associated with PPE KAP. NVivo 12 was used for the management of qualitative data. A thematic content approach guided qualitative data analysis. Results About 61.4% (202/329) of the respondents had a high level of knowledge, 68.7% (226/329) had a negative attitude, and only 37.1% (122/329) exhibited good PPE-related practices. Knowledge of PPE use was associated with the type of training (aPR = 1.52, CI = 1.29–1.80). Attitude toward PPE use was associated with the level of education (aPR = 2.31, CI = 1.28–4.14), duration of work experience (aPR = 2.37, CI = 1.01–5.55), (aPR = 2.79, CI = 1.13–6.89), and level of knowledge (aPR = 1.73, CI = 1.13–2.65). PPE-related practices were associated with the type of training (aPR = 2.91, CI = 2.14–3.96) and attitude (aPR = 1.45, CI = 1.08–1.93). Conclusion While the welders’ level of knowledge of PPE was found to be high, the majority exhibited a negative attitude and poor PPE-related practices. A high level of knowledge was associated with a positive attitude. In turn, a positive attitude was associated with good PPE practices. Welders need to be sensitized on the health risks that may arise from the non-use of PPE.

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Knowledge, attitude and practices related to the use of personal protective equipment among welders in small-scale metal workshops in Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District, Uganda

Nalugya

Kiguli

Wafula

et al. 2022

Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine

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“…A study in India showed that workers that did not wear gloves had a higher number of injuries. (19) Compared to the current study, the use of this piece of PPE was higher, but the probability remained the same; namely, the occurrence of manifestations was higher for those who did not wear it. The focus is particularly on the PPE gloves because it was maintained in the analysis model with statistical significance, which allowed to link it to ocular manifestations and to demonstrate its protective efficacy.…”

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Manifestações oculares em trabalhadores portuários: prevalência e fatores associados

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Objective: To understand the prevalence of ocular manifestations in port workers and identify associated factors. Methods: Cross-sectional study carried out in a seaport in southern Brazil. A total of 232 workers participated in the study. Structured interviews were applied for data collection. Student's t-test was used for independent samples to compare the means of workers with ocular manifestations, applying qualifi ers with a moderate minimum level (presence of ocular manifestations) and with a low level or without ocular manifestations (lack of ocular manifestations). The Mann-Whitney test was used for cases of asymmetry. Pearson's Chi-square and Fisher's exact test were carried out to compare the rates, whereas Poisson Regression was used to control the confounding factors. Results: The prevalence of self-reported ocular manifestations was 92.2%. Ocular manifestations were: itching/pruritus (49.1%), rash (41.4%), burning (39.2%), lacrimation (34.9%), fatigue (32.3%), change in ocular pigmentation (26.7%), pain (17.7%), eye dryness (14.2%), and pressure sensation behind the eyes (9.9%). The use of fi lm for wrapping goods contributed to a higher prevalence of ocular manifestations. The use of gloves as personal protective equipment led to a lower prevalence of these manifestations. Conclusion: The fi ndings of the current study may contribute to the clinical assessment of nurses in approaching port workers, as well as to guide the planning and implementation of social and environmental care in line with the health needs of these or other workers. ResumoObjetivo: Conhecer a prevalência de manifestações oculares em trabalhadores portuários e identifi car fatores associados. Métodos: Estudo transversal em um Porto marítimo do extremo Sul do Brasil. Participaram 232 trabalhadores. Para coleta dos dados utilizouse entrevista estruturada. Foi utilizado teste t de Student para amostras independentes, a fi m de comparar as médias dos trabalhadores com manifestações oculares, por meio dos qualifi cadores em grau no mínimo moderado (presença de manifestações oculares) e aqueles sem manifestações oculares ou grau leve (ausência de manifestações oculares). O teste de Mann-Whitney foi utilizado no caso de assimetria. O teste do qui-quadrado de Pearson ou o teste exato de Fisher foram usados para comparar proporções e a análise de Regressão de Poisson foi usada para controlar os fatores de confusão. Resultados: A prevalência de manifestações oculares autorreferidos foi 92,2%. As manifestações oculares foram: coceira/prurido (49,1%), irritação (41,4%), ardor (39,2%), lacrimejamento (34,9%), sensação de cansaço (32,3%), alteração na pigmentação ocular (26,7%), dor (17,7%), ressecamento dos olhos (14,2%) e sensação de pressão atrás dos olhos (9,9). A utilização de fi lme para envelopar mercadoria contribuiu para maior prevalência de manifestações oculares. Já a utilização de luvas como equipamento de proteção individual auxiliou na menor prevalências dessas manifestações. Conclusão: Acredita-se que os achados do presente est...

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“…The multiplicity of factors, such as heat, burns, radiation (ultraviolet, visible and infrared), noise, gases, electrocution, uncomfortable postures involved in the work, the great variability in the chemical composition of welding fumes, the method used, the surrounding environment and the routes by which these harmful agents enter the body make this occupation a potential health hazard for the welder [1] [4]- [9]. Ocular morbidities, including ocular arc, photokeratitis, double vision and retinal damage related to the welding occupation are common among welders [2] [10] [11]. The limitations of this study were that clinical consultation was not made to determine the sequellar lesions of the ocular involvement.…”

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“…Welders have been identified as a high-risk group for occupational eye injuries due to their continuous exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV) and welding projectiles [1]. Ocular morbidities, including ocular arc, photokeratosis, diplopia Occupational Diseases and Environmental Medicine and resulting retinal damage are common [2]. The use of protective eyewear during welding helps to reduce the harmful effects of UV visible and infrared radiation.…”

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State of Eye Protection for Metal Welders in the Workshops of Conakry

Bah¹,

Ly²,

Baldé³

et al. 2021

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Introduction: Welders are an occupational group at high risk for eye injuries. The aim of this study was to investigate the state of eye protection of metal welders in the workshops of Conakry. Material and Methods: The study was cross-sectional, descriptive, and included 180 welders from 45 welding workshops in the city of Conakry for a period of three months. It involved all welding professionals working in an informal unit selected by the study and who had agreed to participate in the study. Results: The average age of the participants was 33.9 ± 13.4 years, with extremes of 15 and 68 years. The study found that 99% of the welders owned glasses, 27% owned face shields, and 49% owned welding masks. Goggles were used regularly by 86% of the welders but were not suitable for welding (98%). All welders had reported having had an eye injury at least once. Foreign bodies were cited in 81%, arc strike in 65%; eye burns in 61%. However, approximately 81% of welders did not have first aid kits at their work sites. Conclusion: The use of protective equipment during welding remains very low in the workshops of Conakry, which is the cause of great ocular morbidity among welders.

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Occupation Hazards – Pattern, Awareness and Preventive Measures among Welders from an Unorganized Sector in India

Abstract: The period prevalence of morbidity was high among the welders surveyed. Ignorance of health hazards associated with occupation and non-usage of protective gears was reported by number of them. Therefore, health education and safety policies need to be strengthened at welding sites.

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Knowledge, attitude and practices related to the use of personal protective equipment among welders in small-scale metal workshops in Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District, Uganda

Knowledge, attitude and practices related to the use of personal protective equipment among welders in small-scale metal workshops in Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District, Uganda

Manifestações oculares em trabalhadores portuários: prevalência e fatores associados

State of Eye Protection for Metal Welders in the Workshops of Conakry

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