Ecology, Environment and Conservation Paper

Vol 27, Nov Suppl. Issue, 2021; Page No.(375-379)

PHYSICAL HAZARDS AMONG SHAMPOO FACTORY WORKERS AT RANYA CITY, IRAQI KURDISTAN REGION

Blend Barzan Ameen and Sanaa Hassan Abdulsahib

Abstract

A large number of workers especially youths are employed in industries. Poor and unsafe working environment, rapid introduction of new industries, inventions pose serious danger to workers. Recognition of health hazards is the first step in hazard control. This study is an attempt to identify the level of exposed workers to physical hazards at workplace. A cross-sectional epidemiological study conducted among shampoo factory workers at Ranya city. 53 workers participated in this study. Data were collected by using a constructed questionnaire, using structured interview techniques. The workers selected purposively according to study criteria. The study observed light, electric and vibration hazards were relatively uncommon, over half of the respondents at participating workers assessed noise and temperature hazards as moderate or high. More research is required to find ways to reduce occupational hazards to minimum level and thereby reduce exposure of physical hazards. It is necessary to provide awareness sessions and educational health programs regarding occupational health and safety issues to protect the health of the workers.