Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How to keep my pet's veterinary clinic safe and healthy?
By Gibbins, John D & MacMahon, Kathleen·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2015·National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Workplace safety and health for the veterinary health care team.
Plain-English summary
Veterinary clinics have a duty to ensure that their workplaces are safe and healthy for everyone involved. This means that both employers and staff need to follow safety practices and procedures to protect themselves and the animals they care for. It's important for clinics to create a detailed safety program that includes plans for controlling infections. The risks associated with sharp tools, animal bites, and medications are highlighted, along with ways to reduce these dangers and resources for training staff. Overall, the focus is on creating a safer environment for both the veterinary team and their patients.
Abstract
Veterinary clinic employers have a legal and ethical responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace. Clinic members are responsible for consistently using safe practices and procedures set up by their employer. Development and implementation of a customized comprehensive workplace safety and health program is emphasized, including an infection control plan. Occupational safety and health regulations are reviewed. The hazards of sharps, animal bites and scratches, and drugs are discussed. Strategies to prevent or minimize adverse health effects and resources for training and education are provided.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25577561/