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| Personal Name | Tidon, Caitlin Kitiara L. |
|---|---|
| Resource Title | Development of a technical design for protective clothing for garbage collectors in UP Diliman Environmental Management Office |
| Date Issued | 13 June 2024 |
| Abstract | Protective clothing can minimize garbage collectors’ exposure to occupational risks and hazards (Oracion et al 2018). The general objective of the study was to develop a technical design for protective clothing for kariton and kuliglig garbage collectors from the UP Diliman Environmental Management Office. The research specifically aimed to describe their existing work clothes, daily tasks, and related hazards, and to identify functional gaps and clothing specifications that can address these gaps. Using non-probability convenience sampling, two garbage collection teams that utilized a cart (kariton) and a modified motorcycle welded to a cart (kuliglig) were selected. Data was gathered through observations and interviews. Findings showed that they usually wear self-provided t-shirts, twill pants, disposable gloves, baseball caps, and open-back shoes. Aside from collecting kitchen waste, their usual tasks are gardening, and then processing the food waste into compost. They mostly encounter solid hazards that may cause physical injuries and some biohazards that can be found while handling waste. Functional gaps in this study were evaluated based on Protection from Hazards, Ease in Performing Tasks, and Comfort in Movement and Thermal Comfort. Results of the interview show that they value Comfort of their uniforms the most and Protection from Hazards the least. Incidentally, most of the gaps identified were found under Protection from Hazards. To address these gaps, the developed design includes a detachable-sleeves top made from a knitted cotton, polyester, and rayon tri-blend that uses overedge chain stitch, and gusseted gabardine overalls that uses lapped seams and 401 double chain stitch. Accessories include bucket hats, N95 masks, nitrile-dipped gloves, and running shoes. The researcher recommends further studies that can test a prototype sample of the proposed design. |
| Degree Course | Bachelor of Science in Clothing Technology |
| Language | English |
| Keyword | Sanitation workers; Garbage collectors; Protective clothing; Personal protective equipment; Technical design; Occupational health and safety; Industrial hygiene; Industrial safety |
| Material Type | Thesis/Dissertation |
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