International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Swetha Kodali, V Vijaya Lakshmi, D Ratna Kumari and R Neela Rani

abstract
The modernization and innovation in industries and rapid increase in chemical, hazardous, and polluting industries in recent years has not only resulted in unsafe working conditions but has created problems of occupational health hazards. The incidence of occupational hazards is much higher in developing countries and the workers are mostly exposed to occupational risks of those who are employed in unorganized sectors of manufacturing industries. Apart from poor equipment and heavy workload, even environmental factors and the materials used in the industry are causing damage to certain organs of the body. It is, therefore, essential to take effective measures to protect the workers from such risks and dangers. Alarming health problems among the workers indicate the need for interventions to protect the workers. Exploring the seriousness of the problem and undertaking appropriate intervention measures can protect the workers health to a larger extent. Hence, the aim of this review is to throw light on the occupational health and safety among workers in the unorganized manufacturing industries.