Citation

Arkavazi K, Zarafshani K. J. Ext. Syst. 2016; 31(2): e8397.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, Journal of Extension Systems)

DOI

10.18765/jes.v31i2.8397

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Agriculture is among the top three most dangerous occupations in the world. Farm injuries are, therefore, more prevalent in it as compared to other work-related injuries. In Iran, outdated farm machineries coupled with unsafe working conditions have exposed farmers to a wide variety of job injuries. However, research on farm injury types and sources of injuries are scarce. Therefore, the purpose of this epidemiological research design was to identify the most prevalent farm injuries in Kermanshah townships in Iran. Data were collected from a census of farmers who were injured during farm practices (N=90). A researcher made questionnaire was used to collect data. The validity and reliability of research instrument was verified using panel of experts and alpha coefficient respectively.

RESULTS revealed that the most prevalent job injuries among farmers were: amputations, fractures, cuts and bruises, and muscle-skeletal defects. Moreover, tractors, water pumps, carrying heavy objects, and heavy workloads played major role in farm injuries.

RESULTS of this study have implications for agricultural extension service as well as professional health services in Kermanshah province. Extension agents can use the results in adult education programs in order to reduce injuries among farmers.

Language: en