Study of Lung Function Disorders of Headstone and Stone Mortar Crafters and Factors That Affect Them
https://doi.org/10.47836/mjmhs.19.6.28
- Author:
Rizky Maharja
1
;
Helmy Gani
2
;
Riadnin Maharja
3
;
Muhammad Azrul Syamsul
2
;
Ade Wira Lisrianti Latief
2
;
Arni Juliani
2
;
M.Anas
2
;
Sri Novianti Bahar
2
Author Information
1. Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Sulawesi Barat, Majene, West Sulawesi, Indonesia, 91412
2. Department of Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Makassar, Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, 90231
3. Youth Entrepreneurship and Employment Support Service Program, Makassar, Indonesia
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Chemical hazard, Dust, Lung function, Occupational disease, Occupational health
- From:Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences
2023;19(No.6):208-214
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Introduction: Dust is one of the chemical substances that cause occupational disease, especially among stone crafters. Its deposition for a long period can lead to various health problems, hence, there is a need for early detection.
Therefore, this study aims to assess the occurrence of lung function disorder in headstone and stone mortar crafters.
Methods: A cross-sectional design was used and the sample population consists of all headstone and stone mortar
crafters in Allakuang Village, Sidrap Regency, Indonesia. They were selected using a purposive sampling method,
and 33 out of 148 people met the criteria. Subsequently, their lung function was measured once using spirometry
as well as FVC and FEV1 parameters. The data obtained were then analyzed using Chi-Square. Results: 18 of 33
respondents with lung function disorders. They had a long tenure, a normal working time, bad exercise habits, as
well as a normal and overweight nutritional status based on their BMI category. The statistical test results showed that
tenure, working time, and exercise habits had an effect on the disease condition with p=0.000. Meanwhile, other
factors, such as age and nutritional status had no effect with p-values of 0.981 and 0.14, respectively. Conclusion:
Based on the results, the majority of headstone and stone mortar crafters have lung function disorders, and the influential factors include tenure, working time, and exercise habits.
- Full text:11.2023my1682.pdf
