Implementation of Occupational Health and Safety Protocols to Reduce Workplace Risks and Incidents at the San Francisco de Asís Educational Unit

Abstract

The prevention of occupational risks in educational institutions is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of the entire educational community. Often, occupational risks associated with teaching, such as falls, stress, physical strain, and vocal issues, are not sufficiently recognized or adequately addressed. This study focuses on identifying occupational health and safety protocols to minimize risks and workplace incidents at the San Francisco de Asís Educational Unit.The methodology used a qualitative approach, based on a thorough review of theoretical and documentary sources, including regulations, previous reports, and studies related to occupational safety in educational settings. This approach allowed for a deep understanding of existing measures as well as the significant shortcomings observed in the protocols implemented at the institution.Through the detailed analysis, key problems affecting teachers' occupational safety were identified: the lack of ongoing training on safety protocols and the insufficiency of current procedures designed to mitigate occupational risks effectively.Moreover, existing prevention strategies are inadequate and urgently need to be updated to effectively address the specific risks inherent to the educational environment. The lack of clear protocols and limited training in prevention considerably increase teachers' vulnerability to such risks.This study underscores the urgent need to establish a robust occupational risk management system that includes more rigorous safety protocols and continuous training for teachers, not only on environmental safety measures but also on psychosocial risks. These essential actions are vital to ensure a safe, supportive, and healthy environment for teachers, thereby promoting well-being in the educational field.