ASSESSING THE LANDSCAPE OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS MANAGEMENT

АУТОР / AUTHOR(S): Dunja Istrat, Jelena Ćulibrk , Maja Petrović 

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DOI: 10.46793/IIZS24.413I

САЖЕТАК / ABSTRACT:

Hazardous chemicals, characterized by their toxic, corrosive, or reactive properties, present significant risks to human health, environmental integrity, and animal welfare. Despite their inherent dangers, these substances are essential in various industrial applications, ranging from manufacturing to healthcare. Effective management of hazardous chemicals is critical not only for regulatory compliance but also for the protection of workers and surrounding communities. This paper conducts a comprehensive (SWOT analysis of existing methodologies for hazardous chemical management. Through a systematic review of the literature, this study identifies key strengths, including enhanced safety outcomes and improved regulatory adherence, alongside inherent weaknesses such as implementation challenges and cost implications. By synthesizing these findings, this study aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the dynamics surrounding hazardous chemical management and to propose actionable insights for industry practitioners. Moreover, this research contributes to the ongoing discourse on sustainable practices in hazardous chemical management and emphasizes the need for continuous improvement to ensure worker safety and environmental protection.

КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ / KEYWORDS:

hazardous chemical, management, sustainable practices

ПРОЈЕКАТ / ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This research has been supported by the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation [Contract No. 451-03-65/2024-03/200156] and the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad through project “Scientific and Artistic Research Work of Researchers in Teaching and Associate Positions at the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad” [No. 01-3394/1] and by and by the Jean Monnet Module ENROL [Grant agreement number 101085701].

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