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- Collection: Vol. 14 No. 1 (2024)
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Prevalence and determinants of sickness absenteeism among healthcare workers in a tertiary hospital in southwestern Nigeria
Sickness absenteeism is a global problem that affects almost all forms of workers,especially healthcare workers. This study assessed the prevalence and determinants of sickness absenteeism among healthcare workers in a tertiary hospital in…
Assessment of knowledge, attitude, and practices of biomedical waste management amonghealth care workersin a tertiary care hospital, Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu, India
Bio-medical waste (BMW) means any solid and/or liquid waste including its container and any intermediate product, which is generated during the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals. Inadequate and…
“VaaiGanam” -a screening program for early detection of oral potentially malignant disorders andoral cancer among truck drivers in Chennai –Across-sectional survey
Truck drivers, though forming an integral part of a vital trade link for the Indian population, lack basic life insurance and health care benefits offered by other organized sectors in Indian Industries. This paper aimsto present …
The impact of safety culture dimensions on workplace accidents: an application in the Moroccan automotive industry
There is a general accord that safety culture is multidimensional,but there is limited research and publicationsabout those dimensions. Almost one-third of the publications presenting safety culture definitions do not discuss the…
Study on causal effects of occupational stress on healthcare workers at a selected healthcare facility in Oman
Occupational stress (OS) can be described as any physical or psychological change in an individual due to immediate or long-term reactions to workplace conditions that pose perceived threats or challenges to that employee.…
Statistical Data Analysis in Emergency Management Elements of Indian State of Tamil Nadu Manufacturing Industries UtilizingLPG
Process safety is becoming more difficult as requirements increase. When balancing quality, volume, and safety on a budget, major accidents are unavoidable. The inability of organizations to absorb unwelcome …
Resumption of dental practice after COVID-19 lockdown:perspectives of dental professionalsin Karachi, Pakistan
In the COVID-19 pandemic, the implementation of the lockdown led to the closure of dental practices. Restricting treatment to emergency patients, having to use Personal Protective Equipment and the fear of contracting the virus led…
Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomic risk assessment among production workers of pig slaughterhouse in the town municipality of Ang Thong, Thailand
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a significant health concern among workers, especially in the meat processing industry. Their impacts have been well documented and reported on numerous occasions. The study aimedto …
Musculoskeletal Pain and its Ergonomics risk factors among school teachers from Tamil Nadu, India: Across-sectional study
Teachers are often exposed to occupational hazards like musculoskeletal pain which may force them to early retirement from their jobs, affecting their quality of life.This study aimed toestimate the prevalence …
Knowledge, Perception and Practices regarding COVID-19 among frontline Nurses at Selected Hospitals in Sri Lanka during COVID-19 Pandemic
The World Health Organization confirmed the COVID-19 epidemic situation as a public health emergency and is an emerging public health problem that has threatened millions of lives worldwide. Since COVID-19 has significantly affected the healthcare…