ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE PRACTICES IN PREVENTING OCCUPATIONAL DISEASES
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Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Diseases, Hazard Control, Workplace Safety, Occupational Health.Abstract
Occupational diseases remain a significant health issue in the industrial sector due to exposure to workplace hazards that have not been optimally controlled. These diseases can be caused by physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic factors that impact workers’ health and productivity. This study aims to conduct a literature review on the effectiveness of implementing industrial hygiene in preventing work-related illnesses. The method used is a systematic literature review with a descriptive analysis approach of 10 research articles published between 2015 and 2025 and indexed in Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and Elsevier. The analyzed articles covered various research designs, such as cross-sectional, cohort, and experimental studies, focusing on the implementation of industrial hygiene in the workplace. The results of the review indicate that the implementation of industrial hygiene through hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures—such as engineering controls, administrative controls, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)—plays a significant role in reducing exposure to hazards and preventing work-related illnesses. In addition, factors such as worker compliance, management commitment, and the availability of facilities also influence the success of industrial hygiene implementation. Thus, the consistent and sustainable implementation of industrial hygiene has proven effective in preventing work-related illnesses and improving the health and productivity of the workforce
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