Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
+44 1223 790975
ISSN: 2155-9570
+44 1223 790975
Salai Dhavamathi Janarthanan
Optometry and Vision Science,
Haryana, Panchgoan, Gurgoan, Haryana 122413
India
Research Article
Visual Profile of the Small Scale Industry Workers at the Ambattur Industrial Estate, Chennai
Author(s): Salai Dhavamathi Janarthanan, Jayarajini Vasanth, Anitha Reddy and Monica ChaudhrySalai Dhavamathi Janarthanan, Jayarajini Vasanth, Anitha Reddy and Monica Chaudhry
Purpose: To determine the profile of presenting visual status and refractive status of the small scale industry workers at the Ambattur Industrial estate, Chennai.
Methods: A descriptive study was conducted in the small scale and tiny sector industries in Ambattur Industrial estate, Chennai. Hundred and eleven (111) workers were conveniently sampled for the study. Information on their demographic data, was collected, all participants underwent ophthalmic examination which include, visual acuity for distance and near, objective and subjective refraction if their visual acuity is less than normal, colour vision and torch light examination.
Results: Hundred and eleven small scale industry workers were screened which included 24.3% Entrepreneurs, 14.4% Operators, 14.4% engineers includes both electrical and chemical engineer.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9570.1000646