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Effects of an Educational Intervention Program on Lung Function and Ergonomic Hazards Among Marble Factory Workers: Quasi-experimental Study
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Educational Intervention Program for machine workers and Educational Intervention Program for manual workers for Respiratory Diseases. Completed, enrolled 80 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Marble cutting exposes workers to dust, increasing risk of lung diseases like asthma, COPD, silicosis, and asbestosis. Many marble cutters in rural areas lack awareness of these risks and work without proper protection. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has over 4000 marble factories employing over a million laborers, mostly unskilled and vulnerable. Workers face health risks from heavy lifting, poor posture, and respirable dust. Ergonomic disorders are also common due to poorly designed workstations, repetitive motions, and straining postures. Musculoskeletal Symptoms (MSS) can progress into Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs), affecting worker well-being and productivity. Findings can inform targeted educational programs and interventions to improve respiratory health and reduce ergonomic risks in the marble industry.
Study Details
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Interventions
A detailed Educational Intervention Program for marble factory workers working on Machines.
A detailed Educational Intervention Program for marble factory workers working manually.