KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, PRACTICES AMONG SANITARY WORKERS REGARDING WASTE DISPOSAL AT NISHTER HOSPITAL MULTAN
Journal Title: World Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 9
Abstract
Background: Biomedical waste collection and proper disposal has become a significant concern for both the medical and general community. Effective management of biomedical waste is not only a necessity but also a social responsibility. Objective: To determine the knowledge, attitude and practice among the sanitary personnel working at Nishtar hospital Multan. Material and Methods: Descriptive observational cross sectional study. Study participants were the sanitary workers performing their duties in the hospital setting. Results: Study participants were 75. Out of these 72% were males, and 28% were females. Out of the total, 60% were illiterate, 25% were primary, 9.3% were middle, and 5.3% were matric. Only 36.62% received training for bio-medical waste management. 63.33% received training from master trainer, 13.33% from staff nurse, and 23.33% from doctor. Conclusion: The importance of training regarding bio- medical waste management cannot be overemphasized. Lack of proper and complete knowledge about biomedical waste can promote the transmission of different communicable diseases.
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Dr. Inzamam Ul Haq
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