Occupational Health Hazards among Construction Workers in India

Keshava Reddy M, Dr. Rahul Tiwari

Abstract: Construction industry is one of the stable growing industries of the world and construction labour form 7.5% of the world labour force. In India, it is the largest economic activity after agriculture. The construction workers belong to the disorganized workforce. Because of this, they have been exploited for centuries by not providing them with adequate housing, pay, vacation, medicine and medical care. Improper equipment and no safety equipment are provided to the construction workers. Occupational hazards for construction workers range from very minor pain to serious and even fatal illness. Major work - related health problems include musculoskeletal disorders, hearing loss, vibration and contact dermatitis. Migrant construction workers are at a greater risk of developing certain health disorders and sickness than workers in many other industries. These problems can be prevented by pre - testing devices, products and processes. Exposure monitoring and risk assessment are an essential part of workplace health and safety programs

Keywords: Construction workers, occupational health hazards, personal protective equipment, Construction industry

How to Cite?: Keshava Reddy M, Dr. Rahul Tiwari, "Occupational Health Hazards among Construction Workers in India", Volume 12 Issue 9, September 2023, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 192-197, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR23830143131, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR23830143131