Exposure to waste anaesthetic gases in New Zealand veterinary practices: Mitigation protocols and levels of staff awareness
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Prior, Lauren
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2023-09-13
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Conference Contribution - Oral Presentation
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New Zealand
veterinary clinics
waste anaesthetic gases (WAG)
veterinarians
occupational health and safety
anesthetics
veterinary clinics
waste anaesthetic gases (WAG)
veterinarians
occupational health and safety
anesthetics
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Prior, L. (2023, September 13). Exposure to waste anaesthetic gases in New Zealand veterinary practices: Mitigation protocols and levels of staff awareness [Paper presentation]. Animal Healthcare and Veterinary Nursing (AHCVN) Educators Symposium, Online. https://hdl.handle.net/10652/6528
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To determine
i) the extent of knowledge of WAG hazards; and
ii) the measures taken by staff to mitigate the effects of such hazards
OBJECTIVES
Gauge employee understanding of WAG exposure, risks, and regulations in NZ veterinary clinics.
What safety protocols and mitigation techniques are in place regarding anaesthetic gases in NZ veterinary clinics?
How well do these processes comply with minimum safe practicing standards internationally?
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