Musculoskeletal symptom survey among cement and concrete workers.

摘要: Work in construction is associated with a high risk for musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. The symptom survey was conducted to determine the magnitude injury characteristics among cement concrete workers identify most problematic work-related activities job factors that might have contributed occurrence of these disorders. Findings revealed large proportion laborers (77%) experienced at least one disorder last year. Low back pain reported as frequently (66%). 'Working while pain' perceived major problem trade. Other included 'bending or twisting back', 'work hot, cold wet conditions', 'handling heavy objects'. Most (82%) requested on-the-job safety training. Survey results combined outcomes focus groups discussions work site observations were used design training program aimed prevention morbidity incorporated ergonomics principles, hazard recognition, safe practices, solving personal protection curriculum membership