Authors : Adesina Ajibola Omolayo; Oluwakemi A. Abuka

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 6 - June

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24JUN1110

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Abstract : Occupational injuries present significant risks to health care workers (HCWs) in Ogbomosho, Oyo State, affecting those in some of the most productive years of their lives. This descriptive cross-sectional study assesses the types and associated factors of such injuries among 312 HCWs using self-structured questionnaires. Findings indicate that a majority of HCWs experience physical, biological, and chemical injuries, strongly influenced by factors like inadequate safety training and lack of protective equipment. Statistical analysis reveals significant correlations between the occurrence of occupational injuries and factors such as the years of experience (p = 0.000) and the work environment conditions. The study underscores the need for improved safety protocols and preventive measures, including regular training and adequate provision of personal protective equipment, to mitigate these risks and enhance worker safety.

Keywords : Occupational Injuries, Healthcare Worker Safety, Risk Factors, Preventive Measure.

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