Impact of filtering face pieces (FFP3) respiratory protective mask usage on the respiratory functions of informal sector carpenters in Douala: a five-month before-after study

informal sector carpenters in Douala, Cameroon, face potential risks to their respiratory health due to daily exposure to fine particles and wood dust. The study aims to demonstrate the importance of preventing respiratory problems in this population through regular use of filtering face pieces (FFP...

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Published in:The Pan African medical journal 2023, Vol.46, p.52-52
Main Authors: Bouland, Catherine, Ngoa, Jean Junior Eye, Nebo, Jules, Djiele, Joseph Francis Nde
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cameroon
Controlled Before-After Studies
Dust
Forced Expiratory Volume
Humans
Informal Sector
Masks
Occupational Exposure - adverse effects
Occupational Exposure - analysis
Occupational Exposure - prevention & control
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Summary:informal sector carpenters in Douala, Cameroon, face potential risks to their respiratory health due to daily exposure to fine particles and wood dust. The study aims to demonstrate the importance of preventing respiratory problems in this population through regular use of filtering face pieces (FFP3) respiratory masks. the before-after study involved 37 carpenters who wore FFP3 masks during their professional activities for five months. Spirometry measurements were taken before and after the intervention to assess changes in respiratory function. significant improvements were observed in forced vital capacity (FVC) 89.6 % to 95.0 % (p
ISSN:1937-8688
1937-8688
DOI:10.11604/pamj.2023.46.52.41225