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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Ophthalmology
  • Industrial Safety

Background:

  • Eye injuries are a significant concern in industrial settings.
  • Small-scale enterprises often have unique safety challenges.
  • Understanding risk factors is crucial for prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of eye injuries among workers in small-scale industrial enterprises.
  • To identify key risk factors associated with these injuries.
  • To inform targeted safety interventions.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted with 500 workers in Al-Ain City, UAE.
  • Data was collected via structured questionnaires and direct interviews.
  • Information gathered included self-reported eye injuries, risk factors, and outcomes over 12 months.

Main Results:

  • 35% of workers reported eye injuries, with 14.3% experiencing recurrent injuries.
  • Lower education, less safety training, and reduced use of safety eyewear were significantly associated with eye injuries.
  • High-risk activities included arc welding (43.4%), chipping (14.3%), and drilling (13.7%).

Conclusions:

  • Small-scale industrial enterprises exhibit a high incidence of eye injuries.
  • Inadequate use of safety eye protection is a major contributing factor.
  • Arc welding presents a substantial risk, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety protocols and legislation.