A case study: Chemical health risk assessment in three footwear small industries in Bogor-Indonesia year 2019

Yenni Miranda Savira, Mila Tejamaya, Amelia Anggarawati Putri

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Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to analyse the health risks related to the use of chemicals among workers in small footwear factories. Methods: This was a descriptive case study conducted in three selected small footwear factories located in Ciomas, Bogor, Indonesia. The assessment was conducted using the chemical health risk assessment method by the Department of Safety and Health Malaysia Year 2018. Results: Results showed that the level of risk of chemicals through inhalation fell on the moderate and high-risk categories, indicating that high exposure could lead to carcinogenic effects. Dermal exposure was categorised as moderate risk, causing such health effects as skin and eye irritation. Conclusion: Factory X, Y, and Z have been found to have a significant risk of hazardous chemical exposure (i.e., benzene and toluene), specifically at the glueing stations, either from inhalation or dermal contact.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)S374-S378
JournalGaceta Sanitaria
Volume35
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jan 2021

Keywords

  • Benzene
  • Chemical health risk assessment
  • Footwear manufacturing
  • Small industries
  • Toluene

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