Scholars International Journal of Chemistry and Material Sciences (SIJCMS)
Volume-4 | Issue-04 | 30-35
Review Article
Chemical Safety Awareness for Undergraduate Analytical Chemistry Students: A Case Study at Baghdad University, Republic of Iraq
Dr. Khalid S. Ziara, Dr. A. K. Ibraheem, Ammar Al-Furaiji
Published : May 22, 2021
Abstract
The objective of this study was to assess the chemical safety awareness for undergraduate analytical chemistry students. Data were collected from years one (First year) and four (final year) students in February 2018 using structured questionnaires (Multiple choices) designed for this purpose with chemical safety in mind, e.g. hazard warning symbols (signs), first aid, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), waste handling and the use of safety equipment. The results of the study revealed that year four students have an average grade of below average (%51.1) which is significantly low and not encouraging compare to year one students who have an average grade of good (%79.2). Results of this study also showed that there isn’t much noticeable difference between female students' average grades than their male colleagues. Based on the results of this study, researchers recommend that year four student should get some sort of chemical safety training or asked to complete a chemical safety course prior to their graduation in order to avoid the possible happening of chemical accidents on them, their future work colleagues' and the environment.