Risk Rating in the Tea Planting Industry: Workers' Perspectives
Author Information
Author(s): Joseph Bobby Minj
Primary Institution: St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore, India
Hypothesis
What are the occupational health and safety risks perceived by workers in the tea planting industry?
Conclusion
Workers in the tea planting industry perceive minor injuries as low risk, despite their high occurrence.
Supporting Evidence
- 87.7% of surveyed workers were employed in the field.
- Most common injuries were small cuts and abrasions, affecting 52.6% of workers.
- Male workers had a higher incidence of injuries compared to female workers.
- Multi-tasking was associated with a higher incidence of injuries.
Takeaway
This study looked at how tea workers feel about the risks they face at work, and found that they often think small injuries aren't a big deal, even though they happen a lot.
Methodology
Descriptive study using random sampling, interviews, and focus group discussions to assess perceived risks.
Potential Biases
Workers may underestimate the risks of frequently occurring injuries.
Limitations
Potential over-reporting of injuries due to the survey method.
Participant Demographics
341 permanent workers from four tea estates, with a gender distribution of 135 males and 206 females.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95%
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