A Study on the Health and Safety Conditions of Construction Workers in Kozhikode District, Kerala

Abstract

The construction industries are an essential contributor to our country’s economic development of our country. Due to the vast growing technology and tremendous growth of this sector, many employees are engaged in hazardous work across the country. The employees involved in this sector are highly vulnerable to occupational health hazards and the absence of safety. This study aims to understand the health conditions of construction workers in Kozhikode District-Kerala. The descriptive study was conducted among the 4 taluks in the Kozhikode district. The data was collected from 642 workers through a well-structured questionnaire and interview schedule. From the analysis, it has been concluded that there is a relationship between annual family expenditure and fever, Suspected malaria, Musculoskeletal, Gastrointestinal problems, Addiction to Alcohol, Urinary infections and hypertension and Addiction to Tobacco (health problems) among construction workers in Kozhikode district. To improve the health conditions of workers, measures are needed by ensuring protective measures and facilities in Kozhikode District.