Enhancing Chemical Management Practices and Waste Efficiency: A Survey on Awareness Among UTHM Students and Staff

Abstract

The environment and public health are seriously threatened by
chemical waste, which is a major concern. With an emphasis on
comprehending the knowledge, practices, and safety precautions among
University Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) students who have
hands-on experience with laboratory systems, this study aims to
evaluate laboratory safety in the context of chemical exposure. The
survey's results show that participants have an acceptable level of
awareness, and most of them indicate that they would like to learn more
about handling chemicals. The results highlight the need for focused
treatments that take into account each person's unique proficiency level
as well as the connectivity of waste reduction efforts. Organisations are
urged to put in place comprehensive training programmes in order to
achieve the goal of thoroughly analysing chemical safety and awareness
for reducing chemical waste. Additionally, encouraging a
comprehensive approach to chemical safety can help to create wasteand environmentally-conscious work environments. Organisations may
play a major role in reducing chemical waste, safeguarding human
health, and protecting the environment by adopting sustainable
practices and cultivating a culture of continuous learning.