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Chemical Exposure in Workplace Environments: Assessing Health Risks and Developing Safety Measures

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  • Ikechukwu I. Palmer CMIOSH

    (Member American Society of Safety Professionals, M.Sc. Health, Safety and Risk Management, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen)

  • Dr. Ayobamidele Sunday Odesola.

    (Mathematics Department University of Lagos, Nigeria)

  • Josephine Eguare Ekpenkhio

    (M.Sc. Industrial Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering)

Abstract

Workplace exposure to hazardous substances poses high risks to workers health, with possible impacts ranging from skin irritations and acute respiratory issues to chronic conditions such as neurological disorders and cancer. This study examines chemical exposure in different workplace environments; particularly chemical processing industries, agriculture, healthcare, and manufacturing to assess health risks and safety-targeted measures. Using a dataset obtained from occupational employee health, industry records, and health agencies outcomes. Statistical analysis tools are applied, including regression modelling, correlation analysis, and descriptive statistics, to determine exposure levels and their health impacts. Descriptive statistics summarize exposure concentrations in industries, and correlation analysis classifies relations between exposure and health outcomes, showing high relations with neurological and respiratory symptoms. Regression models give substantial prognostic factors for adverse health effects. A risk approach was employed to classify chemicals based on toxicity and exposure rate, indicating high-risk substances. The statistical analysis findings provided inclusive safety measures aimed at mitigating risks. The measures are validated against exposure and health data outcomes, establishing possible health risk reduction. Thus, this study accentuates data-driven essential approaches to workplace safety and offers an evidence-based framework for reducing chemical exposure risks, enhancing workers health, and promoting regulatory compliance across high-risk industries.

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  • Ikechukwu I. Palmer CMIOSH & Dr. Ayobamidele Sunday Odesola. & Josephine Eguare Ekpenkhio, 2024. "Chemical Exposure in Workplace Environments: Assessing Health Risks and Developing Safety Measures," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), vol. 9(11), pages 229-238, November.
  • Handle: RePEc:bjf:journl:v:9:y:2024:i:11:p:229-238
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