Analysis of the Relationship Between the Use of Personal Protective Equipment and the Occurrence of Workplace Accidents In Palm Oil Factories : Literatur Review
Keywords:
Usage, Safety, Work accidentsAbstract
Due to the use of heavy machinery, hazardous chemicals, and demanding working conditions, palm oil production is one of the most important industries in Indonesia, contributing significantly to the national economy. On the other hand, this industry also carries substantial occupational safety and health risks. If not properly managed, workers in palm oil mills are vulnerable to physical, chemical, and ergonomic hazards that may lead to injuries and even fatal accidents. The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is one of the key strategies in prevention; however, factors such as discomfort, poor knowledge, negative attitudes, and the lack of a strong safety culture within companies often hinder workers from using it consistently. This study aims to determine the relationship between PPE use and workplace accident incidents in palm oil mills, in order to develop appropriate strategies for improving worker safety. For this purpose, eight relevant national journals were reviewed through Google Scholar using the keywords "PPE use behavior, workplace accidents, palm oil mills." The findings indicate that physical hazards are the most common threats, followed by chemical and ergonomic hazards. Due to low compliance with PPE usage, most studies categorize workers as being at high risk. Elimination, substitution, and engineering controls are still rarely applied to mitigate risks, while administrative measures and PPE implementation are the most commonly adopted strategies. It can be concluded that PPE use behavior has a significant impact on workplace accident rates. Therefore, to reduce the incidence of accidents in the palm oil industry, adequate PPE, continuous training, strict supervision, and a strong safety culture are essential.
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