PREPAREDNESS AND

AWARENESS OF FARMERS
ON THEIR JOB’S SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS AT BRGY.
PATAR, AGNO
PANGASINAN
RESEARCHERS:

EDDIESON EBON NICANOR JR

PAUL BRYANT NONOG ORFINADA

 ABSTRACT

The study was conducted to determine the level of awareness and preparedness of

farmers on their job’s safety precautions. A total of Eighty-nine (89) farmers from

six Puroks of Barangay Patar, Agno, Pangasinan were the respondents of the

study. The study seeks to determine the level of awareness and preparedness of

farmer on their job’s safety. The research objective include profiling the

respondents, assessing their level of awareness and preparedness of farmers on

their job’s safety precautions, and exploring the relationship between awareness

and preparedness. The descriptive correlation method of research was used in the

study. The researcher used questionnaire checklist to determine the level of

awareness and preparedness of farmers on their job’s safety. Findings reveal that

most of the respondents are male, majority of the farmers age ranges 20-39 years

old. The findings indicate that the majority of the farmers were vocational degree

holder.

The study reveals that among the hazard indicators, the highest level of awareness

is observed in amputation. On the other hand, the lowest level of awareness is

observed in noise pollution. The study reveals that among the safety precaution

indicators, the highest level of preparedness is observed in bringing drinking

water to avoid heatstroke. On the other hand, the lowest level of preparedness is

observed in wearing gloves when using pesticides. Overall, the respondents

exhibit a relatively frequent practice of preparedness in accordance to their level

of awareness. Analyzing the relationship between awareness and preparedness

base on demographic variable, the study finds a significant difference in the level
of awareness and preparedness based on age and educational attainment. This

suggest that farmers of different ages and educational attainment demonstrate

different level of awareness. Now withstanding, significant exist between the level

of awareness of farmers regarding hazards encountered in farming and level of

preparedness of the farmers on safety precautions/ practices in farming.

As a result, several recommendations are formulated. There is a need to develop

and implement targeted safety training programs specifically designed to enhance

the awareness of farmers regarding hazards encountered in farming and to

improve their preparedness on their job’s safety. These programs can cover

various aspects such as proper handling of farming equipment, emergency

procedure, first aid, and awareness of potential hazards. In addition, awareness

campaigns should be conducted to educate farmers on how to prepare themselves

from potential hazards encountered in farming. Through implementing the

recommended strategies, it is possible to improve the safety practices and reduce

the risk faced by farmers during their farming activities in Brgy. Patar, Agno,

Pangasinan.
 CHAPTER 4

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS OF DATA AND INTERPRETATION OF

FINDINGS

This chapter presents the tabulated data regarding the profile of the

respondents such as sex, age and highest educational attainment. It also presents

the statistical results, analysis, and interpretation of the data collected from the

survey questionnaire regarding the level of awareness and preparedness of farmers

on their job’s safety. The data were presented in tabular forms and organized in

accordance with the research questions of the study.

INTERPRETATION OF FINDINGS

Profile of the Respondents

This part of the study deals with the profile of the farmers which includes sex, age,

highest educational attainment, and level of preparedness and awareness of

farmers on their job’s safety precautions. The profile of the Respondents were

obtained through questionnaire-checklist administered to them between the months

of April and May of the year 2023.

 Table 2
Profile of the Respondents

Category Frequency Percent

(%)
Male 70 78.65
Sex Female 19 21.35
Total 89 100

Table 2 shows the frequency and the percentage distributions of the

respondents according to sex.

Results in table 1 indicates that out of eighty-nine (89) farmer respondents,

seventy (70) or 78.65% of which are male and nineteen (19) or 21.35% are male.

This shows that there are more male farmers than female farmers in the study

area.

Table 3
Profile of the Respondents
Category Frequency Percent

(%)

Age 19 years old and above 0 0

20-39 years old 57 64.04494

40-49 years old 22 24.7191

 50 years old and above 10 11.23596

Total 89 100

Table 3 shows the frequency and the percentage distributions of the

respondents according to age.

Most of the farmers were 20-39 years old, with a frequency of 57 that comprised

of 64.04% of the respondents. 22 farmers were 40-49 years old, which is 24.72%

of the respondents. Lastly, the remaining respondent were 50 years old and above,

which has the frequency of 10 that comprises of 11.24% of the respondents. Their

age may influence their awareness and preparedness on their job’s safety. It is also

evident from the table that underage are not involved in farming.

Table 4
Profile of the Respondents
Category Frequency Percent
(%)
Highest Educational Elementary Graduate 10 11.2
Attainment High School Graduate 17 19.1
Vocational Degree 62 69.66
College Graduate 0 0
Total 89 100

Table 4 shows the frequency and the percentage distributions of the

respondents according to highest educational attainment.

 Most of the respondents are vocational degree holder (69.66%), high

school graduates (19.1%), lowest are the elementary undergraduate (11.2%) This

implies that the respondents generally have achieved high academic level. As

shown, the level of education attainment by the respondents is not relatively low.

The poor educational background may likely affect their awareness and

preparedness towards their job’s safety.

It is crucial to emphasize the importance of education for farming training,

since it will help them understand about their job’s safety and precautions.

Table 5
Hazards encountered in Farming

Indicator 5 4 3 2 1 Mean Interpretation

Hazards

1. Amputation 57 29 3 0 0 4.6 Highly Aware

2.

64.04% 32.58% 3.37% 0 0

64.04494

38

3. Toxic 35 52 2 0 0

chemical
4.37 Highly Aware
exposure to

pesticides
 39.33% 58.43% 2.25% 0 0

4. Heat related 42 31 6 10 0
4.18 Highly Aware
incidents

47.19% 34.83% 6.74% 11.24% 0

5. Transmission 28 50 6 5 0

of certain
4.13 Highly Aware
infectious

diseases

31.46% 56.18% 6.74% 5.62% 0

5. Burns 49 22 17 0 0 4.31 Highly Aware

55.06% 24.72% 19.10 0 0

6. Noise 1 8 58 10 5
2.65 Aware
pollution

65.17 5.62

1.12% 8.99% % 11.24% %

7. Fall 39 45 4 1 0 4.37 Highly Aware

43.82% 50.56% 4.49% 1.12% 0

8. Drowning 39 48 5 0 0 4.52 Highly Aware

43.82% 53.93% 5.62% 0 0

9. Animal- 43 35 11 0 0 4.36 Highly Aware

Related injuries

12.36

48.31% 39.33% % 0 0

10. Suffocation 42 36 6 0 5 4.24 Highly Aware

5.62

47.19% 40.45% 6.74% 0 %

Overall 4.17 Highly Aware

(Scale: 1.00-1.99 Not Aware, 2.00-2.99 Aware, 3.00-3.99 Moderately Aware, 4.00-4.99 Highly
Aware, 5.00- 5.99 Extremely Aware)

Table 5 reflects the weighted mean results and interpretation of level of

awareness of the respondents in terms of the hazard encountered in farming.

In hazards encountered in farming, indicator 6 obtained a mean of 2.65, which

means that the respondents are aware of noise pollution as a hazard encountered in

farming. For indicators 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10, the mean scores obtained were

4.6, 4.37, 4.18, 4.13, 4.31, 4.37, 4.52, 4.36, and 4.24.

These values indicate that the respondents are highly aware about different

hazards encountered in farming such as amputation, toxic chemical exposure to

pesticides, health related incidents, transmission of certain infectious diseases,

burns, fall, drowning, animal-related injuries and suffocation. The overall mean

rating was calculated to be 4.17 which means that the respondents are highly

aware in terms of hazard encountered in farming.

 Table 6
Safety Precautions
Mea Interpre
Indicator 5 4 3 2 1
n tation
Safety
precautions/practices
1. Bring drinking water Highly
77 12 0 0 0 4.87
to avoid heatstroke Prepared
13.48
86.52% % 0 0 0

2. Label container
Highly
clearly to avoid 4.42
46 34 9 0 0 Prepared
unwanted accidents
38.20
51.69% % 10.11% 0 0

3. Practice proper
Highly
handwashing and 4.33
40 38 11 0 0 Prepared
sanitation
42.70
44.94% % 12.36% 0 0

Moderat
4. Wear gloves when
3.65 ely
using pesticides 19 53 4 0 6
Prepared
59.55
21.35% % 4.49% 0 6.74%

5. Wear mask to avoid Highly

34 43 4 8 0 4.25
inhaling toxic compound Prepared
38.20% 48.31 4.49% 8.99% 0
 %

6. Use eye protection Moderat

such us googles and 3.99 ely
31 45 3 1 9
safety glasses Prepared
50.56 10.11
34.83% % 3.37% 1.12% %

7. Dispose containers of Highly

42 38 9 0 0 4.37
pesticides properly Prepared
42.70
47.19% % 10.11% 0 0

8. Avoid drinking alcohol

Highly
before going to 4.65
61 25 3 0 0 Prepared
workplace
28.09
68.54% % 3.37% 0 0

9. Wearing appropriate Highly

43 42 4 0 0 4.44
clothing and hat cap Prepared
47.19
48.31% % 4.49% 0 0

10. Awareness of
Highly
local/regional/national 4.37
55 24 0 8 2 Prepared
weather forecaster
26.97
61.80% % 0 8.99% 2.25%

Highly
Overall 4.33
Prepared
(Scale: 1.00-1.99 Not Prepared, 2.00-2.99 Prepared, 3.00-3.99 Moderately Prepared, 4.00-4.99
Highly Prepared, 5.00- 5.99 Extremely Prepared)
 Table 6 reflects the weighted mean results and interpretation of level of

preparedness of the respondents in terms of safety precautions/practices.

In safety precautions/practices, indicators 4 and 6 obtained a mean between 3.65 and

3.99, which means that the respondents are moderately prepared in terms of wearing

gloves when using pesticides and using eye protection such as googles and safety

glasses. For indicators 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10, the mean scores obtained were 4.87,

4.42, 4.33, 4.25, 4.37, 4.65, 4.44 and 4.37.

These values indicate that the respondents are highly prepared about on their

job’s safety precautions such as bringing drinking water to avoid heatstroke, labeling

container clearly to avoid unwanted accidents, practicing proper handwashing and

sanitation, wearing mask to avoid inhaling toxic compound, disposing containers of

pesticides properly, avoiding drinking alcohol before going to workplace, wearing

appropriate clothing and hat cap, awareness of local/regional/national weather forecaster

The overall mean rating was calculated to be 4.33 which means that the respondents are

highly prepared about on their job’s safety precautions.

Relationship between the levels of awareness of farmers along hazards

encountered in farming and their preparedness on their job’s safety precautions

The level of awareness and preparedness of farmers for their job's safety was thoroughly

investigated in Patar, Agno, and Pangasinan. There is a significant relationship between

the level of awareness of farmers towards hazard encountered in farming and level of

preparedness of farmers on their job’s safety precautions. The results evidently shows

that awareness of the hazards and risks encountered in farming improve their

preparedness in practicing safety precautions in farming. It improves their capability to

respond and recover through safety precautions. Preparing before an emergency incident

plays a vital role in ensuring that the farmers have the necessary equipment, know

where to go, and know how to keep themselves safe when they encounter hazard.

Chapter 5

Summary, findings, conclusions, and recommendations

This chapter presents the summary of the findings, conclusions, and

recommendations based on the data analyzed in the previous chapter. Some

limitations have been identified. The preparedness and awareness of farmers on

their job’s safety precautions at Brgy. Patar, Agno Pangasinan.

Summary of Findings

The focus of this study was to determine the level of preparedness of farmers in

Barangay Patar, Agno, Pangasinan regarding their job safety precautions, and to

evaluate their level of awareness of the potential risks associated with their job.

Specifically, the study determined the profile of the respondents as to their sex,

age, and highest educational attainment.

The study evaluated the level of preparedness and the level of awareness of the

farmers from potential risks associated with their job perceived by the respondents

in terms of their sex, age, and highest educational attainment.

The study also assessed the significant differences between the level of

preparedness and the level of awareness of the farmers based on their sex, age,

and highest educational attainment.

Profile of Respondents

Sex. Out of 89 respondents, 70 of them are male with a percentage of 78.65% and

19 of them are female with a percentage of 21.35%.

Age. In terms of age, 57 out of 89 are 20-39 years old which accounts to 64.04%,

22 out of 89 are 40-49 years old with a percentage of 24.72 and lastly 10 out of 89

are 50 years old with a percentage of 11.24%

Highest educational attainment. As to the educational attainment of the

respondents, 10 out of 89 are Elementary Graduate which accounts for the lowest

percentage with 11.2%, 17 out of 89 are High School Graduate with a percentage

of 19.1 while 62 out of 89 which accounts for the highest percentage with a 69.66.

The Practices and Importance of Safety Precaution of Farmers on their Job

Preparedness of farmers in Brgy. Patar about safety precautions in farming.

In preparedness, the indicator “Bring drinking water to avoid heatstroke.” got the

highest weighted mean from Likert scale with 4.87 and is defined in the
description as highly prepared. However, the indicator “wearing gloves when

using pesticides” got the lowest weighted mean from the Likert scale with 3.65

and is defined as moderately. The overall weighted mean is 4.33 which indicates

that preparedness is high within the group of farmer.

Awareness of farmers in Brgy. Patar about safety precautions in farming.

For the awareness, the indicator “Amputation” got the highest weighted mean of

4.60 with description of highly aware. While the indicator “Noise Pollution” got

the lowest weighted mean of 2.65 with the description aware. The overall

weighted mean is 4.24 which indicates that awareness is practiced highly by the

respondents. Difference of the preparedness and awareness of farmers on their

jobs safety precaution according to their demographic profile

Analyzing the relationship between awareness and preparedness base on

demographic variable, the study finds a significant difference in the level of

awareness and preparedness based on age and educational attainment. This

suggest that farmers of different ages and educational attainment demonstrate

different level of awareness.

Preparedness and Awareness of Farmers on their jobs Safety Precaution

According to Age

The findings showed that there is significant difference between the level of

preparedness and their perceive level of awareness regarding the safety precaution

according to age. This suggests that there are is appreciable differences in farmers

of different ages’ level of awareness of safety procedures.

 Preparedness and Awareness of Farmers on their jobs Safety Precaution

According to Educational Attainment.

The findings showed that there is significant difference between respondent’s

educational attainment and their educational attainment. The majority of farmers

either had basic knowledge of reading and writing or earned a vocational degree.

Low literacy individuals might benefit from the chance for instruction provided by

official letters. Most farmers were in the mid-age range. Their age, eyesight, and

level of physical activity are all significantly affected by their long-term work-

related injuries. The hearing, physical ability, speed, and reaction of individuals

have decreased. The high awareness of farmers about harmful factors led to

prevention of on-the- job related injuries that occurred due to harmful factors.

This implies that the respondents generally have achieved high academic level. As

shown, the level of education attainment by the respondents is not relatively low.

Their educational background may likely affect their awareness and preparedness

towards their job’s safety. The results evidently shows that awareness of the

hazards and risks encountered in farming improve their preparedness in practicing

safety precautions in farming. It improves their capability to respond and recover

through safety precautions. Preparing before an emergency incident plays a vital

role in ensuring that the farmers have the necessary equipment, know where to go,

and know how to keep themselves safe when they encounter hazard.

Conclusion

Based on the findings, the following conclusion were drawn:

1. Majority of the respondents are Vocational Graduate,

2. Most of respondents have a high awareness about hazards encountered in farming

3. Most of respondents have high preparedness in safety precaution practices

4. Analysis of Variance reveals that there is a significant difference between the

profile of respondents and their level of awareness and preparedness.

Recommendation

Based on the conclusions, the following recommendations are formulated:

1. There is a need to develop and implement targeted safety training programs

specifically design to enhance the awareness of farmers regarding hazards

encountered in farming and to improve their preparedness on their job’s safety.

These programs can cover various aspects such as proper handling of farming

equipment, emergency procedure, first aid, and awareness of potential hazards.

2. The local government unit may consider conducting awareness campaigns to

educate farmers on how to prepare themselves from potential hazards encountered

in farming. Through implementing the recommended strategies, it is possible to

improve the safety practices and reduce the risk faced by farmers during their

farming activities in Brgy. Patar, Agno, Pangasinan.