Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Dentistry, Professor Dr. Raghad Abdul-Razzaq Mohammed
The Training and Educational Development Unit at the College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, organized a workshop entitled “Risks of the Dental Profession,” presented by Ms. Hiba Khazal Mahmoud, and attended by a number of students.
The workshop aimed to increase students’ awareness of potential occupational hazards and how to deal with them safely.
The workshop covered several topics, most notably: identifying types of occupational hazards and how to avoid them. These hazards include exposure to viral infections such as HIV and hepatitis, as well as musculoskeletal disorders resulting from improper working postures, and environmental hazards such as exposure to radiation, noise, and chemicals. In addition, the workshop addressed psychological hazards such as work stress and physical injuries from sharp instruments.
The workshop recommended the necessity of following occupational safety procedures within the clinic, such as using personal protective equipment, taking regular breaks to avoid fatigue, using modern and comfortable work techniques, and adhering to sterilization and infection control standards.
