Evaluation of Respiratory Symptoms and Lung Function in Car Spray Painters in Ibadan, Nigeria

Aim: This study investigated the correlation between respiratory symptoms and ventilatory function among car spray painters.
 Methodology: The was a cross-sectional analytical study. population comprised painters from various automobile workshops in Ibadan control subjects. group of individuals not exposed to paint or other hazards their workplaces. sample size determined using Fisher’s formula giving total 500 participants, 250 painters, were selected multistage sampling technique. Data collected structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire designed English translated Yoruba (the local language) when necessary. Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Expiratory Volume 1 second (FEV1), Peak Flow Rate (PEFR) Diffusing Lungs for Carbon Monoxide (DLCO) standard methods. analyzed SPSS.
 Results: highlighted significant difference educational levels both groups. Additionally, most (91.2%) reported use personal protective equipment, with safety goggles being common type used. A high percentage worked open spaces (61.2%) had access ventilation facilities (94.8%). health lifestyle assessment revealed disparity smoking alcohol consumption habits, higher prevalence painters. Results showed that FVC, FEV1, FEV1:FVC ratio, PEFR, DLCO, presenting lower values except ratio which higher. also obstructive (35.2%) restrictive (23.2%) patterns compared group.
 Conclusion: findings indicate strong association painting symptoms, decrease certain functions, patterns. underscores importance occupational interventions, including education improved mitigate adverse effects this profession on health.