School Environmental Health Inspection and Student Health at Elementary/Islamic Elementary Schools

Abstract

Environment-based diseases persist in Indonesia, particularly affecting vulnerable groups like school-age children in school environments. Maintaining school environment quality that meets health standards is crucial for the health of all school members, especially in Takerharjo Village. This study aimed to analyze school environmental health quality and health complaints at SD/MI in Takerharjo Lamongan Village, following RI Minister of Health No. 1429 of 2006 guidelines. Conducted quantitatively, the study observed school health conditions using the School Environmental Health Inspection Form and interviewed fifth graders about health complaints. The sample included all 3 SD/MI in Takerharjo Village, with 83 fifth-grade students selected randomly for the health complaint questionnaire. Data were scored and presented in tables and graphs. Results showed that all three schools (100%) met health requirements (>80%), except for doors, classroom variables, ventilation area, and noise issues. 93.9% of students reported health complaints, often visiting the UKS room, with headaches, diarrhea, and dengue being common. It concluded that the environmental health quality of the three SD/MI schools met the health requirements per RI Minister of Health No. 1429 of 2006. Regular inspections by the local puskesmas and health and sanitation education for students are recommended