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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is an important aspect for workers in various fields, and it is the responbility of companies to ensure safety in the workplace. This research uses the systematic Literature Review (SLR) method by first selecting journals or studies, then obtaining results in the form of references from ideas or models that will be developed in the future. The research is conducted from January to April 2025. Through this method, an assessment of the impact of PPE usage on the rate of work accidents, which remains relatively high in various aspects, can be carried out. The results of the data analysis showed a significant positive influence of safety culture on compliance in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). However, it cannot be ignored that there are still many standard operating procedures (SOPs) that are not running well, so the risks for workers remain.

Occupational safety and health training explains that increased knowledge and awareness of workers about potential workplace hazards can motivate them to comply with safety standards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). This research aims to analyze the effect of occupational safety and health training on the behavior of using PPE by workers in the construction industry. This research is driven by the high number of work accidents that happen in the construction industry sector in Indonesia, where many workers are still reluctant to use PPE. The method used is a comprehensive literature review, with analysis of various relevant sources including academic journals and research reports as well as 3 electronic databases, namely Google Scholar, PubMed, and GARUDA. The findings of the study showed that workers who participated in occupational safety and health training showed increased knowledge and awareness of potential hazards in the workplace. Despite this, compliance rates are still low, especially among younger and less experienced workers. There is still no clear research data on reducing the accident rate in workers after this occupational safety and health training. This research confirms the need for strict supervision in the field to create a safer and healthier work environment. 

This study aims to identify and analyze the factors influencing compliance with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) among construction workers through a literature review. Despite its importance, non-compliance with PPE usage remains a persistent issue. This research utilized a qualitative descriptive method and was conducted from January to April 2025. A total of 15 relevant articles published between 2020 and 2025 were reviewed. These articles were obtained from various reputable national and international databases, including Google Scholar, PubMed, and ScienceDirect. The analysis revealed two primary categories of factors affecting PPE compliance: internal and external. Among these, knowledge and attitude were found to be the most dominant contributors to PPE compliance. These findings suggest that improving PPE usage among construction workers requires a multifaceted approach. Recommended strategies include strengthening workers’ knowledge through continuous education, conducting regular safety training, ensuring the availability and ergonomic design of PPE, and fostering a safety-oriented workplace culture supported by active supervision and peer encouragement. The study contributes to the understanding of behavioral on PPE use and provides insight.

Kegiatan perawatan pelampung suar di wilayah kerja Distrik Navigasi Tipe A Kelas I Tanjung Perak memiliki tingkat risiko kecelakaan kerja yang tinggi, mengingat aktivitas ini melibatkan pekerjaan fisik berat serta kondisi lapangan yang dinamis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis risiko kecelakaan kerja menggunakan metode Job Safety Analysis (JSA), yang berfungsi untuk mengidentifikasi potensi bahaya serta menetapkan langkah pengendalian yang sesuai. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode deskriptif observasional. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi lapangan dan penyebaran kuesioner kepada 40 responden, yang dipilih berdasarkan teori Arikunto. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat 13 jenis potensi kecelakaan kerja selama proses perawatan pelampung suar berlangsung. Dari jumlah tersebut, 9 termasuk dalam kategori risiko tidak diinginkan dan 4 lainnya dalam kategori dapat diterima dengan kontrol. Pengendalian risiko dilakukan melalui penerapan rekayasa teknik, pendekatan administratif, penggunaan alat pelindung diri (APD), serta eliminasi bahaya langsung dari sumbernya. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa analisis risiko merupakan bagian penting dalam sistem manajemen keselamatan kerja di bidang navigasi laut.

Agro-industry is a strategic sector that supports rural economic growth and food security. Agro-industry, as a strategic sector, often faces challenges in financial management, which have an impact on business stability and sustainability. This research analyzes the financial performance of the Tahu Bulat Putra Mandiri Agroindustry in Ciamis Regency based on liquidity, solvency and profitability ratios. Financial report data for the last three years (2022-2024) was analyzed using the case study method by calculating financial ratios, such as current ratio, quick ratio, debt to asset ratio, debt to equity ratio, return on assets (ROA), and return on equity (ROE). The results show fluctuations in financial performance, where the liquidity ratio is good enough to meet short-term obligations, but solvency reflects high financial risk due to dependence on debt, while profitability experiences a decrease in efficiency in generating profits. This research recommends improving capital structure, increasing operational efficiency, and business diversification to ensure the company's financial sustainability and stability.

Al-kautsar 561 Islamic Boarding School Agriculture in carrying out the program to provide agricultural production facilities has problems in the procurement and distribution process of agricultural production facilities. The purpose of this paper is: (1) To examine the saprotan supply program and the saprotan procurement planning system in agriculture at Al-kautsar 561 Islamic Boarding School, (2) To study the saprotan procurement system in agriculture at Al-kautsar 561 Islamic Boarding School, and (3) To study the saprotan distribution system in Al-kautsar 561 Islamic Boarding School. The data collection method used is the method of active participation, observation, and active role in agricultural activities at the Al-kautsar 561 Islamic Boarding School. Using primary data and secondary data and using qualitative descriptive analysis. The process of procurement of agricultural production facilities uses a centralized system, namely by the Supply Chain Officer, the process of distributing agricultural production facilities uses a direct distribution system.

Islamic boarding schools (pondok pesantren) play a strategic role in developing human resources that are not only religiously competent but also economically independent. In addressing the challenges of globalization, pesantren independence can be strengthened through entrepreneurship programs that provide economic benefits, empower students (santri), and contribute to the surrounding community. This study focuses on analyzing the entrepreneurship programs at Pondok Pesantren Al Kautsar 561, which include biofloc tilapia farming and melon cultivation in greenhouses, using a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection involved focus group discussions (FGD) with foundation administrators, teachers, students, and the local community. The findings reveal that entrepreneurship programs enhance pesantren independence by generating additional income, which is utilized for scholarships and operational activities. Entrepreneurship training equips students with practical skills in agribusiness and aquaculture, such as biofloc systems and greenhouse technology. Furthermore, these programs strengthen the relationship between pesantren and the community through community-based economic collaboration, creating job opportunities and improving local economic resilience. However, challenges such as limited resources and access to technology persist. Solutions include establishing strategic partnerships with external parties and providing training in digital marketing to ensure program sustainability.

The Central Mahakam region is a peat swamp ecosystem with cascade lakes in East Kutai, West Kutai, and Kutai Kartanegara. The region has abundant potential for taro plants (Araceae). The community uses taro only for food and is not used as a feed ingredient. This research aims to identify the types and potential of taro for use as animal feed. Observations were conducted in two villages in the Central Mahakam region: Batuq and Tuana Tuha Villages, Muara Muntai District, Kutai Kartanegara Regency. Taro samples will be taken based on habitat and then subjected to proximate analysis to determine chemical content. The method used in this research was exploratory. The results of identifying the types of taro in Batuq Village showed four types of taro, while there were two types in Tuana Tuha Village. The taro-growing habitat for the Colocasia sp species is terrestrial/semi-terrestrial, while the Xanthosoma sagittifolium species grows terrestrially. The part of taro that can be used as food is in the form of leaves. The chemical content of taro leaves (Colocasia esculenta) dry weight is 90.39%, crude protein is 4.62%, Ash is 4.51%, crude fat is 1.01%, and crude fiber is 3.86%. The Xanthosoma sagittifolium type contains 90.52% dry weight, 4.47% crude protein, 4.39% ash, 1.06% crude fat, and 3.56% crude fiber. There are six types of taro found in the Central Mahakam region, and they have the potential to be an alternative food source based on their chemical content.

Margahayu Village is one of the villages located in Loa Kulu Sub-district, Kutai Kartanegara Regency, which is a coal mining area. The post-coal mine reclamation land is mostly utilized by the local community as a Bali cattle pasture. In order for the pasture to be sustainable, it is necessary to know information about the type of forage plant and the carrying capacity of the pasture. This study aims to determine the types of forage plants that grow naturally and the carrying capacity of the pasture in Margahayu Village, Kutai Kartanegara Regency. The method used in this research is the exploratory method, by taking a snapshot using a quadrant size of 1 m x 1 m as many as 20 quadrants. The results showed that the pasture in post-mining land, Margahayu Village obtained 26 different species from 13 families. The dominant forage plant species in the pasture of Margahayu Village is Paspalum conjugatum with an IVI of 98.4% and a carrying capacity of 2.57 AU ha-1 year-1. The pastures in Margahayu Village can still accommodate 667.06 AU or equivalent to 667 cows.

Balai PIALAM, namely the Technical Implementation Unit (UPT) of the PUP-ESDM Office of the DIY Regional Government, is a centralized wastewater treatment plant. The problems that exist in Balai PIALAM are temporary storage of B3 waste does not meet the criteria, leaking storage, excessive capacity, methods that can be used to overcome B3 waste are using the HIRARC method, based on 9 activities of the B3 waste management process. Impact of hazard risk with research results Risk level: Medium 4 hazard effect 6.33%, High2 hazard effect 2.11%, extreme1 hazard effect 1.6%. The stages of making HIRARC are: decomposing the work into steps from the beginning to the end of the process, identifying the source of danger, determining the hazard posed by means of interviews, observations, observations, brainstorming, determining the impact on environmental workers, assessing the likelihood of occurrence is used to determine risk rating. Testing period January 2024, t BOD Input (min 99 mg/L,max 458 mg/L), Output (min 10 mg/L,max 59 mg/L), Average (input 206 mg/L, output 30 mg/L), testing period February 2024, testing t BOD Input (min 84 mg/L, max 288 mg/L), Output (min 12 mg/L, max 43 mg/L), Average (input 154 mg/L, output 24 mg/L). Use of APD such as laboratory coats, masks, special gloves, safety shoes, protective helmets and life vests, face shields. As well as implementing SOP. Control of hazards or risks both in laboratory and operational testing activities using APD: gloves, laboratory coats, safety shoes, protective glasses, masks, life vests, and special vests according to the work done and affirmation of SOP.

This study discusses the use of APD with occupational diseases (PAK) in students because in the field there are many students who do not understand about personal protective equipment and many students do not understand occupational diseases, therefore the purpose of this study is to increase student knowledge about the importance of using personal protective equipment (APD) and increase student knowledge of diseases caused by work or occupational diseases (PAK) so that students avoid occupational diseases (PAK) and emphasize the use of personal protective equipment (APD). The data collection method in this study uses a description using quality by collecting library data, reading and recording and processing research materials. The results of this study are the importance of educating students about the use of personal protective equipment in order to avoid occupational diseases such as physical, chemical, and biological hazards and increasing compliance with the use of personal protective equipment by increasing student knowledge through counseling or providing education and motivating them to use personal protective equipment in order to avoid occupational diseases.

Area landside memiliki berbagai risiko kecelakaan, sehingga petugas di area tersebut diwajibkan untuk menggunakan alat pelindung diri (APD) sesuai dengan peraturan perusahaan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi pelanggaran penggunaan APD oleh petugas Ramp handling dan faktor-faktor yang menghambat pemakaian APD tersebut. Selain itu, penelitian ini juga bertujuan untuk mengetahui sanksi yang diterima petugas jika melanggar ketentuan penggunaan APD. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif dengan metode kualitatif, yang meliputi observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi sebagai teknik pengumpulan data. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara dengan petugas Ramp handling di PT. Gapura Angkasa yang beroperasi di Bandar Udara Internasional Juanda Surabaya, serta dari dokumen-dokumen pendukung perusahaan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya pelanggaran dalam penggunaan APD oleh petugas saat bertugas di area apron. Selain itu, ditemukan faktor-faktor yang menghambat pemakaian APD oleh petugas di lapangan. Perusahaan juga berperan dalam menegakkan disiplin dengan melakukan pengawasan dan memberikan sanksi kepada petugas yang melanggar, baik terkait penggunaan APD maupun pelanggaran lainnya.

Based on Indonesian epidemiological data, 66.3% of 97% of cases are irritant contact dermatitis. Data from the Jambi Provincial Health Service in 2020, the percentage of contact dermatitis was 4.98% and in 2022 it will increase by 5.96%. The aim of this research is to determine the factors associated with symptoms of contact dermatitis in sorting officers at Talang Gulo TPA, Jambi City in 2024. This research is a quantitative study using a cross sectional study design. The technique used in this research sample was total sampling, the sample size was 40 respondents. From the results of this study, the symptoms of contact dermatitis in sorting officers were 12% symptomatic and 70% asymptomatic. Factors related to symptoms of contact dermatitis in sorting officers at Talang Gulo TPA were skin cleanliness (p value = 0.000), personal hygiene (p value = 0.001), and cleanliness of clothing (p value = 0.003) and those that were not related to dermatitis symptoms contact, habit of using APD (p value = 0.142). It was found that skin cleanliness, personal hygiene, and cleanliness of clothing were related to symptoms of dermatitis at Talang Gulo TPA, Jambi City.

Since welding workshops are an unofficial industry, there is still a lack of effective implementation of occupational safety and health regulations in this field. Welders often experience eye hazards such as sparks, foreign objects, infrared and UV radiation. The purpose of this study is to describe how well welding workshop workers in Medan Tembung District comply with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). This study uses a quantitative descriptive method. The results of data analysis for the Alpha Cronbach questionnaire trial in this study showed that the data met the requirements with a score of 0.928. Up to 55 welding workshop employees from all welding workshops in Medan Tembung District, Medan City participated in the total sampling of this study. After the descriptive analysis, the data is displayed as a frequency distribution.  According to the results of the study, of the 55 welding workshop employees who participated in the survey, 50.9% had a low level of knowledge. The majority of respondents (80%) have a negative attitude towards the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and more than half (58.2%) do not use PPE in the workplace. The results of the data analysis show that the majority of employees ignore the need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace because they do not know it or have a negative attitude towards it. Thus, this study suggests that welding businesses need to provide complete personal protective equipment, and also educate on the importance of using PPE and the Government also needs to increase supervision for small and medium enterprises, especially in welding workshops related to occupational health and safety.

This study aims to evaluate use of finger protection PPE in process of sorting plastic glass at SiHatin Waste Bank. The waste sorting process with high risk is the process of cutting plastic cup ring. This research uses qualitative method with case study approach, interviews, and observations to identify problems and find solutions to improve comfort and safety. PPE used for three months was proven to increase safety officers by 80.95%. However, there is discomfort experienced by 18 out of 20 officers due to several factors, namely: precision movements difficulty by 90%, sweat on fingers by 60%, inappropriate size by 45% and skin irritation by 35%. The proposed solutions include using more comfortable materials and ergonomic, setting break times, and training use of PPE to increase its effectiveness. In addition, development of cutting ring tool was developed to reduce the risk of injury and increase worker productivity.

Personal protective equipment is a tool used to protect part or all of the body from existing risks. Work related to pesticides can be said to be one of the jobs that has a high level of risk of danger. Personal protective equipment for farmers related to the use of pesticides must be considered because it is one of the preventive and control measures for the risks that farmers will receive. Farmers who do not use personal protective equipment will experience a decline in their health status and work productivity. Farmers who spray pesticides are at risk of experiencing various health problems, Acute Poisoning Symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting and headaches. Farmers who spray pesticides are at high risk of experiencing various health problems due to exposure to dangerous chemicals. Symptoms such as skin and eye irritation, as well as respiratory problems, Chronic effects Diseases that develop over time, such as endocrine disorders, organ damage, cancer, and reproductive problems. Long-term health problems such as nervous system disorders, respiratory problems, reproductive disorders, and increased risk of cancer. Eye Irritation Direct contact with pesticides can cause skin and eye irritation. The personal protective equipment that can be used includes gloves, masks, safety glasses, long-sleeved clothes and shoes. The method used in writing this journal uses a literature review approach. The sources used in this literature review come from journals obtained from Google Schoolar.

Hospitals are vital health facilities that aim to improve public health by providing high-quality health services. This study aims to evaluate nurses' compliance in using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in hospitals as an effort to prevent nosocomial infections. Through a literature review of various studies between 2021-2024, it was found that nurse compliance was influenced by knowledge, attitudes and availability of PPE. Good knowledge and positive attitudes towards PPE, as well as adequate accessibility of PPE, have been proven to increase nurse compliance. In addition, demographic characteristics such as age, gender, education, and years of service also influence compliance levels. In conclusion, improving compliance requires a multifactorial approach that includes continuing education, adequate facilities, and close supervision. Implementation of this strategy is important to prevent nosocomial infections and improve the quality of health services in hospitals.

. The construction sector is a high-activity sector, making it prone to accident hazards. Therefore, safety analysis is useful for identifying and mitigating risk factors and potential causes of disruptions. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is one of the efforts to protect workers from the hazards of workplace accidents. The purpose of this occupational safety and health (OSH) study is to analyze the causes of workplace accidents and the impact of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at PT. Bagas Patih Pratama to enhance employee safety and reduce accident risks in the workplace. The data collection technique in this study involves questionnaires or interviews with workers to gather the necessary information. This study evaluates workers' attitudes towards health and safety conditions, knowledge of safety protocols, and the challenges faced during work. The survey results show that the majority of workers have a high level of awareness and understanding of workplace safety and the importance of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). However, only a few workers consistently comply with established safety protocols. The study also highlights the importance of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to reduce hazards when working. It is recommended that the company enhance safety training programs and closely monitor the use of PPE to minimize workplace accident risks in the future.

The development of urban areas into residential, industrial, and commercial zones has increased the risk of fires, especially in areas with inadequate building conditions. Firefighters must always be on alert and equipped with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to reduce the risk of occupational accidents. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and the use of PPE among firefighters in Indonesia through a literature review method. The analysis was conducted on 7 research articles and 1 reference book published in the last 10 years. The results show that OHS knowledge and optimal use of PPE are significantly related to the reduction in the rate of work accidents. Factors such as knowledge, training, availability, supervision, and good PPE management are crucial in reducing accident risks and enhancing the safety of firefighters. This study emphasizes the importance of continuous education, routine training, and effective PPE management to ensure optimal occupational health and safety for firefighters in Indonesia.    

Construction workers are often exposed to high risks of injury and illness due to potentially dangerous work environments. Therefore, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is very important to protect them from various threats on construction sites. Literature research conducted in recent years has provided consistent evidence regarding the benefits and importance of using PPE in the construction industry. Various types of PPE, such as safety helmets, safety shoes, protective eyewear, respirators, and gloves, have been shown to be effective in reducing the risk of physical injury and exposure to hazardous materials. Literature studies also show that implementing strict policies related to the use of PPE can reduce the rate of work accidents and work-related illnesses. In addition, proper training and awareness of the importance of occupational safety have been proven to increase worker compliance with the use of PPE. Factors such as adequate availability of PPE, strict standards, a strong safety culture, supervision, and ongoing education are key elements in ensuring effective use of PPE and improving occupational safety in construction workplaces. Therefore, continued emphasis on the correct and consistent use of PPE is a must in efforts to maintain the safety and health of construction workers throughout the world.