Professional training as a pillar of preventive culture in the management of chemical substances: A study in the agrochemical sector

Luilibi Escalona and Estela Hernández-Runque

SAP Biomedical & Chemical Engineering Innovation, 2025

Abstract: The study aimed to analyze training as an action strategy for risk prevention in the handling and use of agrochemicals. A quantitative, non-experimental, descriptive case study was conducted. The sample was census-based and comprised 15 workers. A survey was used as the data collection technique and a questionnaire as the instrument. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics. Results: 40% of workers stated that they rarely receive training on health risks in their workplace. Furthermore, 60% of the surveyed workers are unaware of the health risks caused by handling agrochemicals. Sixty percent of the sample considered that their company did not have a training plan for workers and, in turn, stated that they had received little or no training on health and safety risks. Conclusions: Workers recognize the health risks resulting from exposure to chemical agents they encounter in their workplace; however, they ignore compliance with workplace safety standards and procedures, such as failing to use personal protective equipment. They report that the company does not provide ongoing training to its workers, violating current national legislation.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.56294/evk2025178

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