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Occupational risks for preschool teachers in Alexandria
Faten Abed El-Latif1, Hala El Garawany
1Kindergarten College, Alexandria University.
The Journal of the Egyptian Public Health Association
|January 16, 2007
Summary
Preschool teachers in Alexandria face significant occupational health risks, including respiratory illness and musculoskeletal problems like bone ache, linked to workplace conditions and job stress. Improving environmental management can reduce these risks for educators.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Public Health
- Education
Background:
- Preschool teachers are crucial for early childhood development.
- This demographic faces unique occupational health challenges.
- Alexandria's preschool teachers were selected for this study.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate occupational hazards among preschool teachers in Alexandria.
- To identify links between workplace conditions and health issues.
- To provide recommendations for risk reduction.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based study was conducted.
- 106 preschool teachers (ages 20-30) participated.
- Data collected on communicable diseases, occupational stress, and ergonomic hazards.
Main Results:
- Significant increase in respiratory illness in unhealthy environments.
- Bone ache prevalence increased with multiple job roles and psychological/job stress.
- Headache and psychological stress associated with type of education.
Conclusions:
- Unhealthy work environments contribute to respiratory issues.
- Job stress and ergonomic factors exacerbate musculoskeletal problems.
- Environmental management is key to mitigating occupational risks for preschool teachers.
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