Review of Occupational Hazards Facing Laboratory Technicians

Abstract

This review looks at the following hazards that are likely to affect workers especially in medical laboratories Mechanical, Chemical, biological, physical and psychological hazards. It also underlines the risks which people take at workplaces having inadequate protective equipment and knowledge. That is why the problem of managing risk factors and the promotion of occupational health is significant; PPE, proper laboratory design, the need to consider safety guidelines. Some proposals as regards to improving the situation are to promote education about safety issues, to create specific occupational health sections, and to promote reporting and documentation of dangers. The measures that need to be taken include intending to protect the worker health and safety, cutting down on organizational costs, and also lifting overall healthcare standards.