Evi Widowati, Anik Setyo Wahyuningsih, Cahyo Seftyono, Ummi Nur Laila Sulistyani, Muhammad Kurniawan, Srinata Dwijaningtyas, Roro Retno Sri Hapsari, Octavia Rahayu

Analysis of Occupational Accidents in Various Informal Sectors in Indonesia

Introduction

Analysis of occupational accidents in various informal sectors in indonesia. Explore occupational accidents in Indonesian informal sectors. Research highlights chemical hazards as a 64x higher risk factor. Advocates for enhanced OSH supervision & chemical management.

Abstract

Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) protection is the fundamental right of every worker and a legal component that should be implemented in the workplace, including the informal sector. Many informal sectors in Indonesia still have high potential hazards; including those related to the work environment, chemical substance management, inadequate knowledge of employers and workers, non-compliance with OSH standards, and suboptimal prevention of work-related accidents and illnesses. This study aims to analyze the OSH conditions in the informal sector and their influence on occupational accidents in various informal sectors in Indonesia. The study adopts an analytical observational design with a cross-sectional design, using purposive sampling technique. The selected informal sectors include paint workshops, batik, furniture and salons. An interesting finding from this research indicates that the variable influencing occupational accidents in the informal sector is chemical hazards, with a significance value <0.05, i.e., 0.035, and Exp (B) of 64.188, meaning that workplace chemical hazards affect the occurrence of occupational accidents 64.188 times more. Therefore, intensive supervision and guidance regarding the work environment, especially chemical substance management, must be continuously enhanced.

Review

This study addresses a critically important and often overlooked area: Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) in Indonesia's informal sector. The premise that OSH protection is a fundamental right for all workers, including those in informal employment, provides a strong foundation for the research. The authors clearly articulate the significant OSH challenges prevalent in these sectors, ranging from environmental hazards to inadequate knowledge and non-compliance, setting a compelling context for their investigation. The objective to analyze OSH conditions and their influence on occupational accidents in diverse informal sectors is well-defined and highly relevant for public health and labor policy. From a methodological standpoint, the analytical observational design with a cross-sectional approach is appropriate for exploring associations, and the inclusion of various informal sectors (paint workshops, batik, furniture, and salons) offers a broad perspective on the problem. A key strength of the abstract is the clear presentation of the main finding: chemical hazards significantly influence the occurrence of occupational accidents, with an impressively high Exp (B) value of 64.188. This particular finding stands out and offers a tangible area for intervention. However, while the abstract lists several potential hazards at the outset (work environment, knowledge, non-compliance), it focuses solely on chemical hazards in the finding. Further detail on whether these other factors were also analyzed and their relative influence, or lack thereof, would provide a more complete picture of the "OSH conditions" promised in the aim. Additionally, a brief mention of the sample size or specific criteria for purposive sampling would enhance the methodological transparency for the interested reader. In conclusion, this research makes a valuable contribution by empirically demonstrating a strong link between chemical hazards and occupational accidents within a vulnerable working population. The identified significant impact of chemical hazards provides a clear and actionable target for interventions. The recommendation for enhanced supervision and guidance, particularly concerning chemical substance management, is a direct and pertinent practical implication stemming from the findings. This study serves as an important call to action for policymakers and OSH practitioners to dedicate more resources and attention to the often-neglected OSH challenges faced by informal sector workers. Given its clear objectives, relevant methodology, and impactful findings, this paper is a timely and important addition to the literature on occupational safety in developing countries.

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