ความชุกและปัจจัยคัดสรรที่มีความสัมพันธ์ต่อการประสบอันตรายในการทำงานบนที่สูงของสถานประกอบกิจการติดตั้งหลังคาสำเร็จรูปในประเทศไทย

Thanusin Saleeon; Kittigar  Laowattanaroj; Paritthipong  Samsang; Suparat  Kata; Panchalika  Chankunthod; Thanawan  Ritthichai; Premyuda  Nualsri

Authors

Thanusin Saleeon Faculty of Public Health, Valaya Alongkorn Rajabhat University under The Royal Patronage1Faculty of Public Health, Valaya Alongkorn Rajabhat University under The Royal Patronage, Pathum Thani Province
Kittigar Laowattanaroj Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Public Organization)
Paritthipong Samsang Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Public Organization)
Suparat Kata Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Public Organization)
Panchalika Chankunthod Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Public Organization)
Thanawan Ritthichai Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Public Organization)
Premyuda Nualsri Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (Public Organization)

Keywords:

Selected Factors, Accident, Working at Height, Prefabricated Roof Installation Enterprises

Abstract

This cross-sectional analytical study aimed to investigate the prevalence and risk aspects relevant to working at heights in Thailand's prefabricated roof installation enterprises. Employees of operators were used as an example. A total sample size of 392 participants was utilized in a multi-stage random sampling. A questionnaire was constructed as a data collection instrument. Descriptive statistics were examined, and multivariate logistic regression was applied to examine factors that influence accidental injury while working at height. 1) The prevalence of accidents or injuries was 26.30%, according to the findings. 2) Factors for marital status and educational level, working at height experience, and the application of standards were statistically significantly associated with the hazards of working at height. Single status was associated with a 2.06-fold increased risk (ORadj =2.06, 95% CI: 1.06-4.02). Work experience of less than 20 years and workplaces that did not apply work standards at height increased the risk by 3.25 times (ORadj = 3.25, 95% CI: 0.13-0.33) and 1.81 times (ORadj = 1.81, 95% CI: 1.09-3.01), respectively. The protective factor was determined to be a bachelor's degree or higher, which had 0.22 times fewer risks than the risk group (ORadj = 0.22, 95% CI: 0.11-0.44). Knowledge and safe working behaviors should be encouraged, and all enterprises should implement working at height standards.

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