Impact of training on knowledge regarding bio medical waste management among health care workers of primary health care of Belgaum

Poornima M P

Volume : VII, Issue : II, February - 2017

Impact of training on knowledge regarding bio medical waste management among health care workers of primary health care of Belgaum

Poornima M P

Abstract :

Introduction: Proper management of bio medical Waste – significant concern for both the medical and the general community. Improper management of bio medical waste – direct health impact on the health care workers, community and on the environment.Lack of segregation practices at source –Increase in bulk of waste to be disposed. Hence the present study – to know the effectiveness of training program in enhancing the knowledge regarding bio medical waste management.

Objectives: To study the impact of training on knowledge regarding Bio medical Waste management among health care workers.

Methodology: By using a predesigned & pretested schedule. Statistical analysis was done using percentages and Chi square test.

Results: Statistical significant difference were found between points received by all hospital staff in the preliminary test and final test (p<0.05). The study disclosed that the points received by participants were higher in post training test in comparison to pre training test.

Conclusions: Gain in the knowledge regarding practical aspects of biomedical waste, may have future implication in appropriate management of biomedical waste.