Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Gangguan Mata pada Juru Las di Kecamatan Medan Maimun Kota Medan Tahun 2024

Abstract

Welding is a high-risk occupation that poses potential hazards to eye health, thereby endangering workers. This study aimed to analyze the effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure on eye health among welders in Medan Maimun Sub- District, Medan City. The research employed a quantitative observational analytic approach using a cross-sectional study design. The study was conducted in Medan Maimun Sub-District, which has the highest concentration of welding businesses in Medan City, from August 2024 to December 2024. The study population consisted of all 85 welding businesses in the area. A sample of 25 welding businesses was selected, involving 94 welders who met the inclusion criteria. Sampling was conducted using a cluster sampling technique for the welding businesses and total sampling for the welders. Data collection involved interviews, observations, and measurements of UV radiation intensity carried out by technicians from the Medan Occupational Health and Safety Center. Data analysis was conducted in three stages: univariate analysis, bivariate analysis using simple logistic regression , and multivariate analysis using multiple logistic regression with a 95% confidence level (α=0.05). The results indicated that factors influencing eye disorders among welders included UV radiation intensity (p-value=0.001; β=0.338), welding machine current strength (p-value=0.001; β=0.022), and duration of exposure during welding activities (p-value=0.019; β=0.051). The most dominant factor was UV radiation intensity (p-value=0.001; β=0.338). Recommendations include, for Welders use eye protection equipment that complies with established safety standards. For Welding Business Owners implement clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the workshop area and ensure compliance among workers. For the Labor Department of Medan City, Develop policies related to occupational safety and health for welding workers.