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The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
Published by Universitas Airlangga
ISSN : 2301 8046     EISSN : 2540 7872     DOI : 10.20473/ijosh
Core Subject : Health,
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health is an open access and scientific journal published by the Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Airlangga, and supported by Indonesian Occupational Safety and Health Association (AHKKI) East Java Region, Indonesian Occupational Health Experts Association (PAKKI), and Indonesian Industrial Hygiene Association. The journal aims to publish original articles and review articles on recent developments related to occupational health and safety. Articles were published after a peer-review process with two reviewers and the editor. Since 2017, this journal is published regularly three times a year, in April, August and December. Since 2019, all articles have been published in English. This journal has been certified as a Scientific Journal by the Indonesian Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education (RISTEKDIKTI) since October 3, 2022 valid through August 2026 (SINTA 2).
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The Effect of Using Earmuffs on Hearing Loss Complaints and Subjective Stress: A Quasi-Experimental Study among Weaving Workers in Surakarta, Indonesia Setyawan, Haris; Qadrijati, Isna; Fajariani, Ratna; Rahma, Ratih Andika Akbar; Prasetya, Tofan Agung Eka
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.163-172

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Introduction: Noise pollution from machine operations is one of industry's long-standing issues, especially in the textile manufacturing industry. High noise levels produced by weaving machine operation can harm employees' health, most notably hearing loss and stress at work. Since 1975, IT Co. Ltd., one of the biggest textile corporations in Surakarta, Indonesia, has struggled to find a solution to the issue of excessive noise, particularly in the weaving manufacturing facility. This study aims to determine the effect of employing earmuffs as a type of intervention to alleviate hearing loss complaints and subjective stress on weaving workers who are exposed to high-intensity noise. Methods: A time series design was used in this quasi-experimental study. This study’s participants were divided into 2 groups. The first group was weaving workers who used earmuffs as ear protection (Intervention Group), and the second group did not use earmuffs (Control Group). Data collection was carried out for 6 working days to see whether there was a significant effect of using earmuffs on hearing loss complaints and subjective stress. Results: From the second to the sixth day, using earmuffs as ear protection did not significantly reduce hearing loss complaints. However, it showed significant findings that increased the average score of subjective stress. Conclusion: Using earmuffs should protect the ears from noise exposure and its effects on workers' health. However, it has been shown that using earmuffs can increase the average score of hearing loss complaints and subjective stress.
Chemical Dermal Exposure Risk Assessment in the Water Treatment Plant of Fertilizer Industry Rahmawati, Rizki; Tejamaya, Mila
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.241-251

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Introduction:In water treatment plants (WTP), chemicals play a crucial role. However, some of these chemicals are hazardous. This study aims to conduct a dermal risk assessment in the WTP of an ammonia and urea production facility. Methods: The study was performed in August 2023 and assessed dermal exposure risk for four hazardous chemicals: NaOCl (30%), HCl (60%), H2SO4 (98%), and NaOH (48%), utilizing the Tier 2 RISKOFDERM model. Intrinsic toxicity was evaluated using risk phrases and toxicity information. Potential dermal exposure rates (PERBODY and PERHANDS) were determined based on task group and exposure modifier, while actual dermal exposure rates (AERBODY and AERHANDS) were determined based on clothing type and activity time. Health risk was assessed using actual exposure scores and intrinsic toxicity levels, which were categorized into 10 different levels ranging from 1 to 10. Results: The risk phrases indicated that four chemicals possessed a high level of intrinsic toxicity in terms of local effect but no systemic effect. PERBODY and PERHANDS were high (NaOCl, HCl) and low (H2SO4, NaOH). The actual exposure scores were determined to be 1 (high) for NaOCl and HCI, 0.01 (low) for H2SO4, and 0.03 (medium) for NaOH. Health risk values were 8 for NaOCl and HCI, 5 for H2SO4, and 6 for NaOH. Conclusion: Health risks in NaOCl and HCl were assigned action priority (AP) 1, followed by NaOH at AP-2, and H2SO4 at AP-3. The study recommends the implementation of control measures encompassing engineering solutions, administration, and personal protective equipment.
Emotional Eating on Sedentary Workers: Is It Caused by Individual Characteristics, Exercise Habits, and Work Stress? Irwansyah, Pindi Dwi; Arini, Shintia Yunita; Dwiyanti, Endang; Atmaka, Dominikus Raditya; Irwanto, Bian Shabri Putri; Jannah, Farahul
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.155-162

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Introduction:Emotional eating is a person's response to stress or inadequate and ineffective stress coping and is shown by the behavior of eating more than needed and is associated with increased body weight. Emotional eating is caused by age, gender, exercise habits, and work stress. Based on the observations carried out at Kalla Group Office, employees tend to work in a monotonous and static manner that has the potential to increase the risk of emotional eating. The aim of this research is to determine the strength and weakness of the correlation between age, gender, exercise habits, and work stress with emotional eating in Kalla Head Office workers. Methods: This quantitative research was carried out through analytical observational design. The number of samples taken is 133 people using purposive sampling. In this case, the independent variables measured are age, gender, exercise habits, and work stress. Meanwhile, the dependent variable studied is the level of emotional eating using "The Dutch Eating Behavior Questionnaire of 13 items (DEBQ-13)". Data were further analyzed using Spearman correlation coefficient test (Spearman rho). Results: The research results show varied relationship with the independent variables including age (r = 0.052), gender (r = 0.251), exercise habits (r = -0.128), and stress (r = 0.048). Conclusion: Age is a variable that has the weakest relationship, while gender has the strongest relationship with emotional eating compared to the variables exercise habits and work stress.
A Conceptual Framework for Analyzing Occupational Safety and Health Program Investment: Hierarchy of Controls-Based Approach Sudiarno, Adithya; Putri Maharani, Nadira
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.201-212

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Introduction: The Frequency Rate (FR) of workplace accidents in 2019 was recorded at 3.4, meaning that for every million work hours, there were 3.4 cases of workplace accidents. In 2020, the FR increased to 3.6, and in 2021, it further rose to 3.8. Therefore, companies need to make improvements to reduce the number of work accidents by investing some resources in the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) investment program. This study aims to develop a conceptual framework for analyzing the OSH investment program by considering its benefits and costs. Methods: Hierarchy of controls was used in this study to classify and identify OSH programs, OSH investment items, and OSH implementation options. The in-depth interview was also conducted by involving several experts to formulate and justify the items in the conceptual framework. Result: This study resulted in 2 main aspects, namely carefully chosen OSH experts to ensure reliable and relevant information collected and involving a detailed analysis of different data levels (3, 2, and 1) along with a breakdown of costs for each level 1 data. Conclusion: The finding of this study is a conceptual framework to help and direct companies in order to analyze the selection of OSH programs, OSH investment items, and OSH implementation options by prioritizing the hierarchy of controls.
Effectiveness of Innovative Ergonomic Models in Preventing Occupational Fatigue in Rice Farmers Aswin, Budi; Rini, Willia Novita Eka; Hidayati, Fajrina
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.194-200

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Introduction: Ergonomic work hazards are potential hazards that can negatively affect the health of farmers. One of the ergonomic hazards that farmers often experience is fatigue. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of innovative ergonomic models and the preparation of balanced calorie needs in preventing work fatigue in rice farmers. Methods: The type of research used is a randomized controlled trial (RCT) design, which is the most powerful design to evaluate the intervention used, namely the effectiveness of innovative ergonomic models and the preparation of balanced calorie needs in preventing occupational fatigue in rice farmers. The population in this study were all farmers in Pudak Village, Kumpeh Ulu Subdistrict, Muaro Jambi Regency, totaling 238 people. The number of research samples was 68 farmers has taken using simple random sampling technique. Data were analyzed to determine the effectiveness of innovative ergonomic models using the ANOVA test with (α = 0.05). Result: There was a difference in the effectiveness of innovative ergonomic models in preventing work fatigue between at least two groups of rice farmers. Conclusion: the provision of stretching and snacks coupled with rest periods is most effective in preventing occupational fatigue. As for occupational fatigue, the provision of stretching, snacks, and rest time and the provision of simple education on the hazards of work ergonomics are effective in preventing occupational fatigue in rice farmers.
Significant Impacts of Occupational Health Factors on Different Worker Group Alayyannur, Putri Ayuni
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.130-132

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Effect of Covishieldtm (AZD1222) Vaccination on Incidences and Severity of Covid-19 among Health-Care Workers Verma, Alka; Goel, Amit; Yadav, Priyank; Bhalchandra, Awale Rupali; Khetan, Dheeraj; Sanjeev, Om P; Gunjiganvi, Mallikarjun
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i2.2024.222-228

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Introduction: Limited information is available regarding effect of vaccination on protection against Covid-19 infections and their severity as well. Objectives: In the present study, we assessed the effect of Covid-19 vaccination on incidences and severity of break through Covid-19 infections. Method: This retrospective study was conducted at a tertiary care center in Northern India during one calendar year, 1st August 2021 to 31st July 2022. The study population included Health-care workers (HCWs) who were treated for Covid 19 infection and had already received at least 1 dose of Covishield TM (AZD1222) Covid-19 vaccine. Results: Out of 1868 health care workers enrolled for the study, 513 contracted Covid-19 infections. Amongst infected HCWs, number of single and double doses of CovishieldTM (AZD1222) recipients were 112 and 401 respectively. Out of the 513 covid positive HCWs, 459 (89.4%) had mild disease, whereas 54 (10.6%) had moderate disease. None of the HCWs developed severe disease and no mortality was noted in either group. Conclusion: In this study, we found that immunization with two doses of CovishieldTM (AZD1222) vaccine was associated with decline in number of cases with moderate or severe Covid-19. Moreover, immunization with even single dose of CovishieldTM (AZD1222) vaccine prevented development of severe disease. Henceforth, it is concluded that although, immunization with CovishieldTM (AZD1222) could not protect all recipients from SARS-Cov-2 infection, it did prevent the progress of disease to severe grades.
Assessment of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Brick Workers Using an Ergonomic Approach Pratiwi, Indah; Setyawan, Robi
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 3 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i3.2024.314-321

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Introduction: This study focuses on micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) engaged in the manual production of bricks. Specifically, it addresses the repetitive tasks of hoeing, mixing clay, and lifting and carrying bricks, which are performed for prolonged periods. The aim is to assess and mitigate risk factors associated with these manual tasks that may lead to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Methods: The study involved 75 male workers with an average age of 43.52 ± 11.02 years, an average work experience of 14.18 ± 10.43 years, and an average body mass index (BMI) of 23.73 ± 2.59. The workers' manual material handling (MMH) activities were evaluated using the Workplace Ergonomic Risk Assessment (WERA) and Key Indicator Method (KIM). Additionally, the Nordic Body Map (NBM) questionnaire was used to identify areas of the body where workers experience pain related to their tasks. Results: The WERA assessment identified ten activities with a medium risk level, necessitating further analysis. The KIM assessment revealed six activities with a very high risk level and four with high risk. Recommendations were made for four high-risk activities, specifically suggesting the redesign of material transport carts. This intervention has the potential to reduce injury risk scores by up to 50%. Conclusion: The combined use of the WERA and KIM methods proves effective in assessing MMH risk in brick-production MSMEs, offering insights for targeted ergonomic interventions.
Fire Protection Systems, Life-Saving Facilities, and Fire Management in Depok City in 2020: A Case Study Andanari, Maura Wilona; Erwandi, Dadan
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 3 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i3.2024.304-313

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Introduction: Hospital fire can result in greater casualties, injuries to patients or staff, and loss of property and equipment compared to fires in other types of building. This is attributed to the presence of a large number of vulnerable individuals, including those who are ill, disabled, pregnant, children, elderly, immunocompromised, on life support, or incapable of moving independently. This study aims to assess the implementation of the fire protection system, life-saving facilities, and fire management in Hospital X. Methods: This was a quantitative study on active fire protection system facilities, passive protection system facilities, live-saving facilities, and fire management as the subjects. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and document review, as well as a checklist and then analyzed by comparing the actual conditions with applicable standards and regulations. The final result was presented as the percentage compliance level and categorization according to the criteria established by the Research and Development Agency of the Public Works Department. Results: The active fire protection system presented a standard fulfillment rate of 53%, categorizing it as poor. The passive fire protection systems similarly demonstrated a poor fulfillment rate at 42%, while the life-saving facilities achieved a 66.7% fulfillment rate, placing them in the quite good category. Additionally, fire management attained an 81% fulfillment level, which falls under the good category. Conclusion: Hospital X has a good fire prevention approach with a standard fulfillment level of 60%.
Health and Safety Issues in Selected Nigerian Medium-Sized Manufacturing Firms Akinbode, James; Ebeloku, Ademola; Unuafe, Francisca; Akintunde-Adeyi, Julianah
The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health Vol. 13 No. 3 (2024): The Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijosh.v13i3.2024.334-342

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Introduction: Medium-sized firms around the world are confronted with several challenges which have continued to hamper their growth chances. One of these issues is lack of global best practices in health and safety. This issue is pronounced among medium-sized manufacturing firms in Nigeria. It was against this backdrop that the study investigated the state of health and safety issues in selected Nigerian medium-sized manufacturing firms. Methods: Survey research design was adopted involving leading medium-sized manufacturing firms in Nigeria. Issues pertaining to health and safety were identified and analyzed. Data were gathered through administration of structured questionnaire and observation check list. Analyses were presented through appropriate statistical means. Results: Relatively secured work environment, workers’ exposure to hazard, absence and inadequate protective devices for workers, archaic fire system infrastructure, lack of insurance cover for workers, irregular health and safety training, inconsistent compliance to health and safety rules were found as the issues in selected Nigerian medium-sized manufacturing firms operating in Nigeria. Conclusion: Health and safety issues is a cog in the wheel of Nigerian medium-sized manufacturing firms. It is imperative to address this issue to strengthen the operations of the industry. The promotion and practice of hygienic health system and safety culture by workers and management must be the way of life in manufacturing firms.

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