Safety Culture in Veterinary Clinics

Veterinary staff health and safety are of primary importance to the profession. Although this is inherently understood, oftentimes, staff safety is not given the time and resources needed to promote a safe work environment free from unnecessary risks or exposures. This handbook educates clinic leaders on valuing and creating a safety culture in practice as well as implementing appropriate safety policies and procedures.

Veterinary personnel are more likely to experience a work-related injury than policemen, firefighters, and construction workers, so there is a need for stronger safety culture in veterinary medicine. This workbook provides an outline on how to establish a safety culture and be proactive in veterinary clinics through evidence-based safety and health practices.