Gasoline, a complex mixture of volatile organic compounds is classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans. Gasoline station attendants, consistently exposed to its hazardous components, may
face genotoxic effects. This study aimed to assess the…
Glove reuse poses risks, as chemicals can persist even after cleaning. Decontamination
methods like thermal aeration, recommended by US OSHA, vary in effectiveness. Some studies show
promising results, while others emphasize the importance of…
Though the artificial neural network (ANN) technique has been used to predict noiseinduced hearing loss (NIHL), the established prediction models have primarily relied on crosssectional datasets, and hence, they may not comprehensively capture the…
The design, implementation, and evaluation are three important stages of occupational
safety and health (OSH) interventions. Historically, there has been a tendency to prioritize
implementation, often neglecting detailed design and rigorous outcome…
Traffic accidents involving professional drivers have serious societal repercussions. Unique
occupational stressors and health risks exacerbate the likelihood of traffic accidents among professional
drivers. This study explores the association…
Workers are often exposed to hazardous heat due to their work environment, leading to
various injuries. As a result of climate change, heat-related injuries (HRIs) are becoming more problematic. This study aims to identify critical contributing…
Safety data sheets (SDSs) are hazard communication materials that accompany chemicals/
hazardous products in the workplace. Many SDSs contain dense, technical text, which places considerable comprehension demands on workers, especially those with…
Effective near-miss management is important in preventing workplace accidents. A company’s inadequate response to near-miss reports can lead workers to feel insecure and dissatisfied with
the company. We investigated the relationship between…
This study aimed to analyze the trend of occupational noise-induced hearing loss (ONIHL)
in Brazilian workers at a metallurgical plant with a hearing conservation program (HCP), which has been
addressed in a previous study.
Methods: All 152…
Webtoon, a digital form of comics created in the Republic of Korea, has spread widely with
advantages that anyone can become a cartoonist and that autonomy of creation is guaranteed. The
purpose of this study is to identify the working conditions…