Stephen Monday,
Atul Khajuria,
Eric Kwasi Elliason,
Gagan,
J. Samuel Kamanda,
- Teaching Assistant, Department of Allied Health Sciences, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Pubjab, India
- Director, Department of Allied Health Sciences, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Pubjab, India
- Teaching Assistant, Department of Allied Health Sciences, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Pubjab, India
- Teaching Assistant, Department of Allied Health Sciences, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Pubjab, India
- Teaching Assistant, Department of Allied Health Sciences, Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Pubjab, India
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to evaluate healthcare workers’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors about Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) measures in ancillary departments of private and tertiary care hospitals in North India. 860 respondents, representing a wide spectrum of healthcare personnel, were given a thorough survey to gauge their knowledge of OHS procedures, their training, and their compliance with safety precautions. The poll also aimed to determine the typical workplace risks that these employees face while performing their everyday duties. The results show that there are notable gaps in the use of efficient safety procedures, even though healthcare professionals often exhibit a strong awareness of the occupational hazards that exist in their workplaces. Notably, there are issues with regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE), reporting of occupational injuries, and formal OHS training. These disparities imply that even while hazards are recognized, there can be obstacles that keep complete adherence to safety procedures, such as discomfort with personal protective equipment (PPE), inadequate training, or fear of retaliation. To overcome these shortcomings, the study also emphasizes the necessity of improved OHS measures, such as improved training accessibility, more accessible and comfortable personal protective equipment, and the implementation of official injury reporting systems. Furthermore, because many healthcare professionals are exposed to physical, chemical, and biological risks that may have long-term health effects, the study emphasizes the value of routine health examinations as a preventive intervention. Regular health exams could improve healthcare professionals’ general well-being by assisting in the early detection of work-related health concerns. The study’s findings highlight how urgent healthcare organizations must improve their OHS procedures to give their staff members a safer and healthier workplace.
Keywords: Occupational health and safety, healthcare workers, private hospitals, tertiary care hospitals, occupational hazards, personal protective equipment, safety protocols, workplace injuries, North India
[This article belongs to Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions ]
Stephen Monday, Atul Khajuria, Eric Kwasi Elliason, Gagan, J. Samuel Kamanda. Occupational Health and Safety Measures Among Healthcare Workers in Ancillary Departments of Private and Tertiary Care Hospitals of North India. Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions. 2025; 15(02):7-16.
Stephen Monday, Atul Khajuria, Eric Kwasi Elliason, Gagan, J. Samuel Kamanda. Occupational Health and Safety Measures Among Healthcare Workers in Ancillary Departments of Private and Tertiary Care Hospitals of North India. Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions. 2025; 15(02):7-16. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjohp/article=2025/view=216153
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Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 02 |
| Received | 25/03/2025 |
| Accepted | 11/04/2025 |
| Published | 07/07/2025 |
| Publication Time | 104 Days |
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