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Review Papers | Nursing | India | Volume 12 Issue 9, September 2023 | Rating: 5.3 / 10
Occupational Health Hazards among Construction Workers in India
Keshava Reddy M | Dr. Rahul Tiwari
Abstract: Construction industry is one of the stable growing industries of the world and construction labour form 7.5% of the world labour force. In India, it is the largest economic activity after agriculture. The construction workers belong to the disorganized workforce. Because of this, they have been exploited for centuries by not providing them with adequate housing, pay, vacation, medicine and medical care. Improper equipment and no safety equipment are provided to the construction workers. Occupational hazards for construction workers range from very minor pain to serious and even fatal illness. Major work - related health problems include musculoskeletal disorders, hearing loss, vibration and contact dermatitis. Migrant construction workers are at a greater risk of developing certain health disorders and sickness than workers in many other industries. These problems can be prevented by pre - testing devices, products and processes. Exposure monitoring and risk assessment are an essential part of workplace health and safety programs
Keywords: Construction workers, occupational health hazards, personal protective equipment, Construction industry
Edition: Volume 12 Issue 9, September 2023,
Pages: 192 - 197