SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND WORK -RELATED SAFETY CONDITIONS OF COAL MINE WORKERS
Journal Title: Annals of the University of Craiova for Journalism, Communication and Management - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
This study was designed as a descriptive case study to assess the socio- economic and safety conditions of coalmine workers at Achibo-Sombo of Yayo district, Ilu Abba Bor Zone, Oromia National Regional State, Ethiopia. The main objective of this study was to assess the socio-economic and safety conditions of coalmine workers by focusing on medical benefits, safety measures, employment relationship, labour union, wage/salary and psychosocial state. To this end, the research employed descriptive design guided by mixed research approach. The empirical data was obtained from 70 respondents via questionnaires, focus group discussions and interviews with key informats. Data collected was analyzed using stastical package for social scinence for descriptive statistics then presented in tables and charts in the form of cumulative frequency, percentage, correlation and chi-squire, while the qualitative data were analyzed by cross-analysis methods. The study found that the employment of a contractual nature does not take a formal legal procedure; mine workers were not organized in the form of union to defend/safeguard their interests and rights; lack of appropriate safety measures and health checkups, and low wage/salary. On the basis of the findings, provisions of safety measures, medical benefits, including pre and on job health examination for coalmine workers, issues of minimum wage policy and forming a trade union are serious concerns that should be addressed immediately.
Authors and Affiliations
ETEFA Chali, YEBA Idris, DEFERE Girma
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