This observational study evaluates how health education improves safety knowledge and practices among sawmill workers in Rivers State, suggesting necessary training measures.
Key Points
Health education intervention resulted in a 32% increase in safety knowledge among sawmill workers after training.
Pretest and post-test results showed treatment group's knowledge improved from 37.5% to 71.3%, while control group showed minimal change.
Systematic random sampling was used to select16 sawmill sites in Port Harcourt, leading to a 94% response rate from submitted questionnaires.
Health education training for sawmill workers could enhance adherence to safety practices in line with international best practices.