A descriptive study of occupational hazards, safety provisions, health services and occupational diseases in Solid Cement Corporation
Date of Publication
1993
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Subject Categories
Biology
College
College of Science
Department/Unit
Biology
Abstract/Summary
A descriptive study of the occupational hazards, health services, safety provisions and related occupational diseases was conducted in Solid Cement Corporation. The occupational hazards were identified through actual observation of the manufacturing process and by measuring environmental parameters such as noise and light intensity, temperature and relative humidity. The hazards identified were categorized as physical, chemical, ergonomics or hazards through cuts and abrasions. Furthermore, data on environmental factors were compared to standard recommended values. Interviews were conducted with safety officer, supervisors and the company physician to obtain facts regarding the safety provisions and health services employed by the company. Medical records from January 1989 to September 1992 were also reviewed to determine the occurrence of occupational diseases among workers. The major occupational hazards identified were dust, light, temperature and relative humidity. The company provided medical services and safety provisions to safeguard the health of the workers. The most affected system was the respiratory system. Moreover, the production department had the highest number of disease incidence. There was a dependent relationship between the occurrence of occupational diseases and the departments where workers are assigned.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU06056
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
49 leaves ; Computer printout
Keywords
Solid Cement Corporation (Philippines)—Safety measures; Cement industries--Philippines—Safety measures
Recommended Citation
Concio, M., & Guinto, M. N. (1993). A descriptive study of occupational hazards, safety provisions, health services and occupational diseases in Solid Cement Corporation. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/3906
Embargo Period
1-13-2021
