Occupational Health Survey of Cosmetologists in Minnesota
Abstract
Cosmetologists face a variety of occupational health and safety challenges. To gather information on respiratory issues related to work as a cosmetologist, licensed cosmetologists were invited by e-mail to participate in a short online survey. The survey collected demographic data, work history, respiratory symptoms, product usage, and health and safety training. Results revealed that while 57% of cosmetologists reported having received training on customer or consumer safety, only 10.5% had received training on worker health such as work-related asthma and/or breathing issues. Respiratory symptoms were reported by 46% of respondents. Length of employment and the use of glues or adhesives were associated with a diagnosis of asthma.
Authors
- Kathleen G. Norlien, MS, CPH, Asthma Program, Minnesota Department of Health
- Adrienne Landsteiner, MPH, PhD, Center for Occupational Health and Safety, Minnesota Department of Health
- Allan Williams, MPH, PhD, Center for Occupational Health and Safety, Minnesota Department of Health
- Angeline Carlson, PhD, RPH, Data Intelligence Consultants, LLC
Page #: 8-14
Publication Month: May 2017
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