Thesis (M.Sc.) - Cairo University - Faculty of Nursing - Department of Community Health Nursing

Poultry workers are exposed to a variety of occupational health hazards on a daily basis. The study aimed to assess occupational health hazards as perceived by poultry processing slaughterhouse workers. A descriptive exploratory research design was utilized. Setting; the study was conducted in large poultry slaughterhouse at El Menofia governorate. A systematic random sample of 278 poultry workers was selected. One tool was used to collect data which includes four parts: demographic data, occupational and medical history of worker, health habits and life style & workers{u2019} perception of occupational health hazards which consists of knowledge of workers about physical, chemical, mechanical, psychological and biological hazards & self reported practices. Results: reveals that 46.8% of workers aged more than 30 years old. Furthermore 71.9% of workers had unsatisfactory level of knowledge. While 80.6% of workers had unsatisfactory level of self reported practices.There was a highly statistical significant correlation between the workers{u2019} total knowledge and their self reported practices (p=0.0001). There was also a highly statistical significant correlation between workers{u2019} educational level, knowledge and self reported practices (p=0.0001). Study concluded that workers had unsatisfactory level of perception (knowledge and self reported practices) regarding occupational health hazards they are exposed to. Recommendation: It is recommended to raise workers{u2019} awareness about occupational health hazards they are exposed to through occupational health programs to promote workers{u2019} health, ensure safety & enhance productivity

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