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A STUDY TO ASSESS THE ATTITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION WORKERS TOWARDS PREVENTING AGAINST ASBESTOSIS (OCCUPATIONAL LUNG DISEASE) AT THIRUBHUVANAI, PUDUCHERRY
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S. SAKTHIPRIYA , M. PRIYA , DR. G. MUTHAMILSELVI
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Asbestosis, Obstructive Pulmonary disease
Abstract
Introduction: Asbestosis, also known as "pulmonary fibrosis," is a respiratory ailment primarily affecting construction workers who encounter asbestos fibers and other construction-related particulates. Symptoms can range from mild discomfort and coughing to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)-like symptoms. Despite advancements in construction hygiene practices, asbestosis remains a persistent occupational health challenge in regions with outdated equipment, inadequate ventilation, and limited protective measures. Objectives of the study: The main objective of the study to assess level of attitude among construction workers towards preventing asbestosis. Methodology: The research approach used for this study was quantitative research approach. A descriptive research design was adopted for this present study. By using convenient sampling technique, 30 school-age children were selected for the present study. Results: The present study reveals that 23 (76.7%) of them had low attitude, 4 (13.3%) of them had very low attitude and 3 (10%) of them had moderate attitude. Conclusion: The study findings concluded that there is significance association between education status and year of experience with level of attitude among construction workers towards preventing asbestosis where p<0. 05.
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S. SAKTHIPRIYA , M. PRIYA , & DR. G. MUTHAMILSELVI (July-2024). A STUDY TO ASSESS THE ATTITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION WORKERS TOWARDS PREVENTING AGAINST ASBESTOSIS (OCCUPATIONAL LUNG DISEASE) AT THIRUBHUVANAI, PUDUCHERRY . INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, 9(7), c258-c265. https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2407224.pdf
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Volume 9 Issue 7, July-2024
Pages : c258-c265
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Research Area: Health ScienceÂ
Country: Madagadipet, Puducherry, India
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