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Occupational safety and health hazards among artisanal and small-scale gold miners at Mazowe Jumbo Mine, Zimbabwe: A mixed-methods cross-sectional study
Bridget Nyamombe1, Vincent Itai Tanyanyiwa21. Zimbabwe Open University , ZW2. Zimbabwe Open University , ZW2025-11-28|page 151-162AbstractBackground: Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is associated with multiple occupational hazards that artisans are often unaware of.
Objectives: To identify the occupational hazards and risk factors among artisanal gold miners at Mazowe Jumbo mine, Zimbabwe.
Methods: The cross-sectional study employed Mixed-methods(Sep- Nov 2023). Purposive sampling of 34 miners from two sites (response rate was 100%). The interview was administered using questionnaires, structured interviews, field observations, and document review. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively (frequencies and proportions), and qualitative data underwent thematic analysis.
Results: Heavy lifting was reported by 100% (34/34), manual handling by 91.2% (31/34), silica dust exposure by 91.2% (31/34), and contaminated water by 85.3% (29/34). Key risk factors included lack of PPE, financial pressure, and low OSH awareness. Field observations noted unsecured shafts, poor sanitation, and evidence of substance use on site.
Conclusions: ASG miners at Mazowe Jumbo Mine face multi-domain OSH hazards. We recommend targeted OSH training programmes, provision of PPE, improved sanitation, and monitoring/ formalization of ASGM activities.
APA Citation StyleNyamombe, B. , & Tanyanyiwa, V. I. (2025). Occupational safety and health hazards among artisanal and small-scale gold miners at Mazowe Jumbo Mine, Zimbabwe: A mixed-methods cross-sectional study. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 151-162. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v1i2.638 -
Mapping the intellectual structure of lead exposure and occupational health research in mining: A bibliometric analysis (2015–2025)
Ismi Farah Syarifah1, Rizal Maulana Hasby21. Department of Public Health, Faculty of of Health Sciences, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta , ID2. Program of Biology, Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, Universitas Bina Bangsa , ID2026-01-28|page 193-204AbstractBackground: Lead exposure remains a significant occupational health issue in the mining industry, where workers are frequently exposed to dust, particulate matter, and contaminated environments. While research has increased, the literature often develops in separate thematic streams, making it difficult to capture the overall structure and relationships between key areas of study.
Objectives: This study aims to map research trends and thematic developments related to lead exposure and occupational health in the mining industry from 2015 to 2025. The goal is to provide a comprehensive bibliometric overview of the field and identify dominant and emerging themes.
Methods: A bibliometric approach was applied using Scopus-indexed publications. Peer-reviewed articles and review papers published between 2015 and 2025 were screened for relevance, resulting in a dataset of 133 documents. Descriptive analyses examined publication trends, subject areas, document types, leading journals, authors, affiliations, and contributing countries. Keyword co-occurrence analysis was performed using VOSviewer to map thematic patterns.
Results: The volume of publications increased significantly after 2020, peaking in the early 2020s. Research predominantly focused on environmental and health-related topics, driven by empirical studies. The thematic mapping revealed three major clusters: (1) mining assessment, (2) epidemiological outcomes, and (3) occupational health risks. Although connections between exposure assessment and health outcomes were observed, these relationships remain weak.
Conclusions: Research on lead exposure and occupational health in mining has shown sustained growth and thematic maturity. However, there is limited integration between exposure monitoring and health outcome studies. Future research should focus on integrating exposure monitoring with health outcomes, particularly in high-risk mining sectors.
APA Citation StyleSyarifah, I. F. , & Hasby, R. M. (2026). Mapping the intellectual structure of lead exposure and occupational health research in mining: A bibliometric analysis (2015–2025). Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 193-204. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v1i2.675 -
The effect of leaflet-based education and simulation of first-aid in accidents (P3K) on the knowledge and skills of tourism workers in Indonesia
Adelia Permatasari1, Anita Sulistyorini2, Supriyadi Supriyadi3, Nurnaningsih Herya Ulfah41. State University of Malang , ID2. State University of Malang , ID3. State University of Malang , ID4. State University of Malang , ID2025-06-15|page 127-138AbstractBackground: Law Number 1 of 1970 concerning Occupational Safety requires all sectors, including tourism, to implement Occupational Safety and Health (K3). Taman Dolan Batu City, as a tourist destination, has a risk of work accidents, so it needs mitigation efforts through First Aid for Accidents (P3K).
Objectives: This study aims to analyze the effect of leaflet-based education and simulation on workers' knowledge and first aid skills.
Methods: The research design used a quasi-experiment conducted with a sample of 16 people divided into two different intervention groups. This study uses questionnaire instruments and observation sheets that have been proven valid and reliable through statistical tests (Pearson, Aiken's V, and Cronbach Alpha) and experts' validation of leaflet educational media. Data analysis used Wilcoxon Signed Rank, and Mann-Whitney U tests with a significance level of 0.05.
Results: The results of hypothesis testing showed that both educational methods significantly improved workers' knowledge and skills (p<0.05). The combined intervention of leaflet and simulation proved more effective than the single method.
Conclusions: Leaflet-based education and simulation together are more effective in improving the knowledge and skills of first aid workers at Dolan Park. Researchers recommend that managers routinely hold K3-related training to reduce the risk of workplace accidents. Future research is recommended to involve a larger sample and evaluate the long-term effectiveness of the intervention provided.
APA Citation StylePermatasari, A. , Sulistyorini, A. , Supriyadi, S. , & Ulfah, N. H. (2025). The effect of leaflet-based education and simulation of first-aid in accidents (P3K) on the knowledge and skills of tourism workers in Indonesia. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 127-138. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v1i1.596 -
Climate change and public health in Africa: A narrative review of resilience strategies for health systems
Kabiru Gulma1, Sa’adatu M. Julde2, Isman Wais3, Emmanuel Morna4, Abubakar S. Danbatta5, Bakam Rodine6, Anastacia Katungo Maluki71. School of Global Health and Bioethics, Euclid University, Banjul , GM2. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, Kano , NG3. Euclid Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale de Djibouti , DJ4. Doctoral Programme in Monitoring, Measurement and Evaluation, Euclid University, Bangui , CF5. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, Kano , NG6. Doctoral Programme in Global Energy Policy, Euclid University, Douala , CM7. Doctoral Programme in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Euclid University, Banjul , GM2026-05-24|page 25-40AbstractBackground: Climate change poses an escalating threat to public health in Africa, a continent responsible for less than 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions yet disproportionately bearing the burden of its consequences. Existing health systems remain fragile, under-resourced, and ill-equipped to absorb climate-related shocks.
Objectives: To synthesize evidence on the health impacts of climate change in Africa and identify strategies for building climate-resilient health systems.
Methods: This study is a narrative literature review. A comprehensive search of peer-reviewed databases and gray literature was conducted. Sources were screened against predefined inclusion criteria and synthesized thematically across six domains: climate science, contextual vulnerabilities, health systems strengthening, governance, community engagement, and financing. A total of 22 studies and reports were included and analyzed using thematic synthesis following Thomas and Harden’s (2008) three-step approach.
Results: Climate change intensifies the burden of infectious and non-communicable diseases, disrupts health infrastructure, and deepens health inequities across African regions. Resilience-building requires strengthened governance, sustained domestic and international financing, multisectoral partnerships, community engagement, and climate-adaptive health information systems.
Conclusions: Concerted, context-sensitive action that integrates climate adaptation into health policy frameworks is urgently needed to protect the health and well-being of African populations from the accelerating impacts of climate change. Practical implications include strengthening health system governance, mobilizing climate finance, investing in climate-adaptive surveillance systems, and fostering community engagement and multisectoral collaboration to build durable climate resilience across African health systems.
APA Citation StyleGulma, K. , Julde, S. M. , Wais, I. , Morna, E. , Danbatta, A. S. , Rodine, B. , & Maluki, A. K. (2026). Climate change and public health in Africa: A narrative review of resilience strategies for health systems. Public Health and Occupational Safety Journal, 25-40. https://doi.org/10.56003/phosj.v2i1.719
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