Table 1 Characteristics of selected applicators
Characteristics | No (%) |
|---|---|
Age (years) | |
20–24 | 9 (27.3) |
25–34 | 9 (27.3) |
35–49 | 12 (36.3) |
>50 | 3 (9.1) |
No. of years working as applicator | |
2 to 5 | 16 (48.5) |
6 to 9 | 4 (12.1) |
10 to 20 | 10 (30.3) |
>20 | 3 (9.1) |
Protective measure in use | |
Boots | 8 (24) |
Apron | 1 (3) |
Mask | 2 (3) |
Gloves | 0 (0) |
Glasses | 2 (6) |
Respirator | 2 (6) |
Plastic for the back | 15 (46) |
Waterproof garment | 1 (3) |