Perspective on occupational health and safety of sterilization unit employees and unit safety

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dc.authorid0000-0003-3492-4298
dc.contributor.authorGüden, Emel
dc.date.accessioned2025-07-21T09:06:17Z
dc.date.available2025-07-21T09:06:17Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.departmentDiğer
dc.description.abstractABSTRACT Central Sterilization Unit (CSU) workers are exposed to various biological, chemical, physical, and psychological hazards. This study aimed to assess the occupational health and safety (OHS) awareness of workers in the CSU. This cross-sectional study included 83 employees working in CSUs affiliated with 32 public, private, and university hospitals in Kayseri. Participants’ demographic characteristics, working conditions, and information related to occupational health and safety were collected through a questionnaire. A total of 71 individuals participated in the study. According to the research findings, the majority of the workers had received training on the operation of sterilization units and OHS. CSU workers reported facing issues such as injuries from sharp objects (57.7%), exposure to toxic/corrosive substances (46.5%), and contact with bloodborne pathogens (26.8%). Although the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) was widespread, the utilization rates of certain equipment were lower. The study highlights that CSU workers are exposed to various health risks and emphasizes the importance of education and the use of PPE. However, considering the limitations of the study, it is suggested that more comprehensive research and greater attention to OHS among healthcare personnel are needed. Disinfection; employee health; ınfection control; personal protective equipment; sterilization
dc.identifier.citationEmel Güden (19 Mar 2025): Perspective on occupational health and safety of sterilization unit employees and unit safety, Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, DOI: 10.1080/15459624.2025.2475103
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2025.2475103
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12695/3660
dc.identifier.wosqualityQ3
dc.indekslendigikaynakWeb of Science
dc.institutionauthorGüden, Emel
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherTaylor&Francis
dc.relation.ispartofJournal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene
dc.relation.publicationcategoryMakale - Uluslararası Hakemli Dergi - Kurum Öğretim Elemanı
dc.rightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccess
dc.titlePerspective on occupational health and safety of sterilization unit employees and unit safety
dc.typeArticle

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