Occupational health and safety risk management in the field of laboratory medicine

Abstract

The right to life and health of employees is a fundamental right, and the employer is obliged to create safe working conditions. Specifically, ensuring the safest and healthiest working environment for employees is crucial for their well-being and safety. The aim of this article is to assess problematic aspects related to the protection and management of occupational health and safety in the sphere of laboratory medicine. It specifically addresses the evaluation of potential biological, chemical, radiological, and physical hazards in the field of laboratory medicine, their management mechanisms, and preventive measures implemented for risk assessment.