Abstract

*Roshi, Sachin Sharma, Brij Mohan Gupta and Vishal R. Tandon

ABSTRACT

Coronavirus disease is a new virulent disease caused by novel Corona virus. Its presentation varies from person to person. It can be prevented by preventing the spread through aerosols by wearing masks, social distancing etc. People’s observance of the prevention measures is essential for controlling the spread of COVID-19, which is affected by their knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) towards COVID-19. The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, attitude, and practices towards COVID-19 in the factory workers of Jammu region. Materials and Methods: The present study was conducted among factory workers in Jammu region to see the knowledge attitude and practices pattern about COVID 19. Results: All the workers had knowledge about COVID 19 disease and its transmission from person to person. All the workers had knowledge about aerosol spread of disease. All the workers had an attitude that social gatherings should be avoided, 68.75% of the workers thought lockdown proved to be effective in preventing COVID. All the workers used to wear mask before leaving home. Only 83.75% of the workers practice social distancing. 87.5% of the workers come by public transport to workplace. All the workers used to frequently wash hands and all of them have been tested for COVID 19. Conclusion: majority of the workers had fair knowledge attitude and practices about COVID 19. More thrust should be put upon awareness in India regarding COVID 19 disease.