The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) was introduced to protect physicians, healthcare staff, and employees from work-related illnesses and injuries. Environmental and occupational health concerns hold significant importance in primary care, emergency medicine, pediatrics, and multiple medical specialties. This article highlights some critical aspects of occupational safety in hospitals. Hospitals are not only centers of care but also major contributors to environmental pollution through hazardous, biomedical, and solid waste; emissions to air and water; and consumption of energy and raw materials.
Traditionally, OSHA emphasizes job- and task-related safety, while pollution prevention focuses on processes, materials, products, and waste streams. A combined approach is vital for sustainable hospital management. Occupational Safety Measures for Hospital Staff Use of…
