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    Knowledge and practices among registered nurses on occupational hazards in Onandjokwe health distric: Oshikoto region Namibia
    (University of Namibia, 2005) Tuvadimbwa, Julia
    Nurses are exposed to high levels of occupational hazards. The researcher had a question as to whether nurses have knowledge on the work-related risks to which they are exposed, for them to be able to prevent and manage these risks accordingly. The study focused on the following objectives: - To determine the extent of the knowledge on occupational hazards amongst registered nurses in the Onandjokwe Health District. - To determine the extend to which registered nurses practice occupational safety. - To identify strategies that are in place dealing with occupational safety. A quantitative research design utilizing a survey by means of questionnaires was used. The population of the study consisted of a randomly selected registered nurses who were in direct contact with patients. The results indicated that a significant number of registered nurses have knowledge on occupational hazards, although there are a few numbers which have insufficient knowledge on occupational hazards. Registered nurses also try to practice occupational safety but the restrictions such as non-availability of facilities prevent them from the safety practices. The study also revealed that information on occupational hazards/safety and support is provided to some nurses but not to all of them. There are only some guidelines/strategies in place for occupational hazards/safety although not all the nurses are aware about them. Recommendations based on this study include regular trainings and educational meetings to enhance occupational safety, develop/introduce policies and guidelines or strategies on all aspects related to occupational hazards/safety.