The Relationship Between Hot Working Climate and the Incidence of Dehydration Among Public Infrastructure and Facilities Handling Officers (PPSU) in Matraman, Jakarta, 2025
Abstract
Background/ problem: According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, the average daily temperature in East Jakarta reached 32.4°C in 2022. Continuous exposure to high temperatures may increase the risk of dehydration among outdoor workers due to excessive fluid loss. Public Facilities and Infrastructure Officers (PPSU), who perform physically demanding tasks outdoors, are particularly vulnerable to this condition.
Objective/ purpose: This study aimed to examine the relationship between age, physical activity, water intake, nutritional status, and hot work climate with the incidence of dehydration among Public Facilities and Infrastructure Officers (PPSU) in Matraman, East Jakarta.
Design and Methodology: This study employed a cross-sectional design. The study population consisted of PPSU officers from two sub-districts, namely Utan Kayu Selatan and Utan Kayu Utara. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 47 participants. The variables assessed included age, physical activity, water intake, nutritional status, and hot work climate. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test.
Results: The results showed that 18 out of 47 respondents (38.3%) experienced mild dehydration. Physical activity (p = 0.017), water intake (p = 0.013), and hot work climate (p = 0.001) were significantly associated with dehydration incidence. Meanwhile, age and nutritional status were not significantly associated with dehydration.
Conclusion and Implications: Physical activity, water intake, and hot work climate were identified as significant factors associated with dehydration among PPSU officers. These findings indicate the need for preventive measures to reduce dehydration risk. It is recommended that the government evaluate and revise work schedules, particularly dual shifts (morning and afternoon), and implement strategies to ensure adequate hydration among workers exposed to hot environments.
