Awareness and attitude of abattoirs and slaughter slabs and their practice against occupational health hazard in Lagos state, Nigeria Department: Nursing Science By: iamjahmeyou Project ID: 9101 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦5000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractOccupational health hazards pose significant risks to workers in high-risk environments such as abattoirs and slaughter slabs. These hazards include exposure to physical injuries, zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals. This study aimed to assess the awareness, attitudes, and practices of abattoir and slaughter slab workers in Lagos State regarding occupational health hazards. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted, utilizing a structured questionnaire to collect data from 100 abattoir and slaughter slab workers. The questionnaire focused on socio-demographic characteristics, awareness, attitudes, and practices related to occupational health hazards. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and frequency tables. The results showed that 81% of respondents had above-average awareness of occupational health hazards, with 93% recognizing the importance of hygiene practices and 77% acknowledging the need for regular medical check-ups. Positive attitudes were prevalent, as 55% of workers agreed that protecting one’s health is as essential as task completion, though 54% believed occupational health risks are exaggerated. Practices such as PPE usage (64%) and proper waste disposal (46%) were commonly reported, though lapses, such as eating in the workplace (14%), were noted. Hypothesis testing revealed no significant relationship between years of practice and attitudes (p0.16) or between awareness and practices (p0.17). The study concludes that while awareness and attitudes are high, gaps in knowledge and inconsistent practices persist. It recommends targeted education on zoonotic diseases, stricter enforcement of workplace safety policies, and enhanced collaboration between health professionals, management, and policymakers to improve compliance. Further research should explore barriers to effective practice and interventions for improving occupational health outcomes in similar settings...Preview Download Preview +Other Nursing Science project topics and materials you might be interested in»Factors contributing to ineffective utilization of immunization programme among mothers in Ekwerazu town Ahiazu Mbaise local government area Imo state»Knowledge and practice of quality assurance among nurses working in accident and emergency unit of University of Ilorin teaching hospital, Kwara state»Awareness of female genital mutilation and its implication to reproductive health among mothers in Amaifeke in Orlu local government, Imo state»Accessibility and use of information communication technology (ICT) in the enhancement of nursing education among nursing students in Madonna University Teaching Hospital (MUTH)»Factors that influence the patronage of traditional birth attendants in Umuowa community Orlu Lga, Imo State»Attitude of nurses towards research among accident and emergency nurses of University of Ilorin teaching hospital»Awareness and practice of pressure sores prevention in the care of the elderly among nurses in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Factors influencing the attitudes of women toward family planning in Rivers state»Incidence of protein energy malnutrition among children under five years in General Hospital, Yelwa Yauri, Kebbi state»Assessment of nutritional pattern and practice among pregnant women in holy rosary hospital»Burnout syndrome and use of therapeutic approaches among nursing students in Madonna University, Rivers state»Assessment of exclusive breastfeeding in the development of under-five children in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Assessment of practices used in the prevention of Lassa fever infection among health workers in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Factors influencing high rate of abortion among women of childbearing age in Saki, Saki West Local Government Area, Oyo State»Awareness of determinants of sexual abuse and identification of supportive care among female nursing student of Madonna University