1.Some aspects of occupational health in fishery at Khanh Hoa 1996-1997, suggestions for improvement
Journal of Preventive Medicine 1999;9(2):48-54
Khanh Hoa fishery has not paid much attention on supporting and training of working safety, navigate safety and rescurity. Some dead accidents happening on the sea would have been cured by that problem. We have made some practical recommendations for prevention of working accidents and health protection for fishermen
Occupational Health
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Accidents, Occupational
2.A Review of Occupational Injury Research In Malaysia
The Medical Journal of Malaysia 2016;71(3 Suppl.):100-104
A literature review of 16 papers on occupational injury
research in Malaysia published during a 13-year period from
2000-2013 was carried out. The objective of this review and
article selection was based on relevance to the research
theme and mention of areas for future research. Most of the
publications have focused on descriptive epidemiology,
management practices, worker’s knowledge, attitude,
training, and rehabilitation services. The transportation,
agriculture and construction sectors were found to be the
most hazardous sectors and would benefit the most from
Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) research and
interventions. There is a strong need to develop a national
injury surveillance system and also a mechanism to ensure
adherence to the Occupational Safety & Health Act(OSHA)
1994. Detailed description and identification of risk factors
for occupational injury in the environment, including
machinery and equipment used was generally lacking.
Future research on occupational injury should focus on
surveillance to determine the magnitude of occupational
injuries, determination of risk factors, identifying costeffective
interventions (such as enforcement of OSHA
regulations), and assessment of rehabilitation services.
Relevant government agencies, universities, corporate
sector and occupational safety organizations need to play a
proactive role in identifying priority areas and research
capacity building. Funding for occupational injury should be
commensurate with the magnitude of the problem.
Occupational Injuries
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Accidents, Occupational
3.State and trends of occupational health and safety in the Philippines
Acta Medica Philippina 2022;56(1):59-72
Introduction:
In the Philippines, industries began to recognize the importance of workers’ health after occupational safety and health were introduced in the early 1900s. Ever since, several legal bases have existed to protect the people’s welfare. However, data regarding this matter is limited in the country.
Objective:
This paper aimed to develop a comprehensive review of occupational safety and health data, including hazard exposures and occupational diseases for various Filipino occupational groups.
Methods:
A comprehensive analysis of the latest records and statistics from various government agencies, non-government organizations, academe, and research institutions was done. Data analysis was completed through a critical appraisal of the Philippines' current occupational health and safety regarding occupational diseases, injuries, accidents, and existing occupational health and safety policies. Data were also extracted from reviews of literature and other related research studies. Data analysis was done through a critical appraisal of the Philippines' current occupational health and safety in terms of occupational diseases, injuries, accidents, and existing occupational health and safety policies.
Results:
Most of those working in the informal sectors do not have enough social protection in the Philippine context. Others in the same situation involve construction workers, farmers, miners, and waste or garbage pickers. Child labor was also seen to be prevalent, risking these children's health and safety. Another issue is on gender, and wherein women were found to have lesser protection than their counterparts. Among the industries present in the country, administrative and support service activities, manufacturing, wholesale and retail trade, financial and insurance activities, education except for public education, and agriculture, forestry, and fishing were seen to have a high prevalence of occupational diseases. The study has shown occupational safety and health among various occupational groups and categories, the profile of occupational diseases in Philippine industries, and the OSH programs implemented in industries.
Conclusion
Analysis of available data confirmed the presence of threats of unsafe and unhealthy conditions in various jobs and workplaces. To keep up with other nations, the country should strive more with its local developments.
Occupational Diseases
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Occupational Injuries
4.Statistics on trends of occupational injury and related injuries in the Philippines
Acta Medica Philippina 2021;55(6):604-615
Introduction:
Deaths due to occupation are estimated to be around 2.3 million globally. These deaths may be accounted for as accidents and injuries related to workplaces. The latter is a common problem, especially in developing countries where manual and hazardous tasks are prevalent.
Objective:
The study aimed to provide an updated and detailed information on the current statistics and trends of occupational injuries in the Philippines.
Methods:
The data on occupational injuries and related injuries from 2011 to 2017 (latest data) were based on a systematic and comprehensive review of literature from different national and international sources, including scholarly journals, peer-reviewed articles, national surveys by Philippine Statistics Authority, the hospital-based recording data: Online National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (ONEISS) by the Department of Health and other reliable electronic data related to occupational injury. The latest statistics are 2017, although data were published in 2018 and 2019.
Results:
This study obtained from the national statistics showed that there is generally a decreasing trend of occupation injuries from 2011 (46,655 cases) to 2017 (38,235 cases). However, the occupational injuries generally increased from 2011 (48,975 cases) to 2015 (20,961 cases). The most affected sector was the manufacturing industry consistently from 2011 to 2017. With regards to workdays lost, the most common cause from 2011 to 2017 is temporary incapacity. Superficial injuries and open wounds were the most common, resulting in workdays lost consistently from 2013 to 2017. For the hospital data, the top causes of occupational injuries were vehicular accidents. Open wound/lacerations, abrasions, and contusion were the most common types of injuries for the same year range. Moreover, the 20-59 years old, the working-age population, were the common victims of these injuries. Occupational injuries were also prevalent across all industry groups, including informal occupations such as workers engaged in transportation, construction, mining, and agriculture and fisheries industries.
Conclusion
Occupational injuries and accidents are global problems, most especially for developing countries. This study suggests that better focus should be given to workers as they are productive members of society.
Occupational Injuries
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Accidents, Occupational
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Occupational Diseases
5.The Present Status and Perspective of Nationwide Occupational Diseases Surveillance System.
Seong Kyu KANG ; Young Koo JEE ; Yeon Soon AHN ; Hyoung Ok KIM ; Mi Na HA ; Ho Jang KWON ; Nam Jong PAIK ; Seong Ah KIM ; Yun Chul HONG ; Jai Yong KIM ; Dae Hee KANG ; Hye Sun JUNG ; Eun Hee HA
Korean Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2001;13(2):116-126
No abstract available.
Occupational Diseases*
6.First year report of analytical proficiency testing program for industrial hygiene laboratories.
Dong Uk PARK ; Yong Chull SHIN ; Na Roo LEE ; Se Min OH ; Kyu Chull CHUNG ; Doo Yong PARK
Korean Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 1993;5(2):250-261
No abstract available.
Occupational Health*
7.Occupational Disease Surveillance System: Planning and Management.
Soo Hun CHO ; Yun Chul HONG ; Jong Han LEEM ; Seong Sil CHANG ; Byung Chul CHUN
Korean Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2001;13(1):10-17
No abstract available.
Occupational Diseases*
8.Occupational Disease Surveillance System in U.S.A. and U.K..
Seong Kyu KANG ; Jae Chul HONG ; Yun Chul HONG ; Seong Ah KIM
Korean Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2001;13(1):1-9
No abstract available.
Occupational Diseases*
10.Job Performance of Occupational Health Personnel.
Yun Chul HONG ; Eun Hee HA ; Kyung Ja JUN ; Young Man RHO ; Hye Sook PARK ; Heui Sug JO ; Hun Jae LEE ; Mi Ran YANG
Korean Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 1997;9(3):496-507
No abstract available.
Occupational Health*