Title:
HYGIENE AND SAFETY IN THE SCHOOL

Authors:
Evangelos Panagiotis Kaltsas and John Kaltsas

Abstract:
Introduction: The matter of hygiene and safety in the school facilities is one of great priority regarding the school’s operation. Purpose: This very matter is examined in the present retrospective study. Methodology: A bibliographical search of retrospective and investigative studies, which were drawn from the Medline, Pubmed, and Cinahl databases, as well as the Greek Iatrotek database and scientific literature related to the matter, was utilized. Results: Configuring a safe and healthy learning environment is a necessary precondition for the school to be regarded (?????????) as a foundational point of reference for life, education, and work. School facilities are used by children and educators alike, and as such should be healthy and safe. For that to be the case, the contributions of the educators alone are not enough. The active involvement of the students attending the school is also necessary. There should be a clear school policy that defines the aims of the school, as well as the sectors that need improvement. Conclusion: The primary duty of everyone involved with the everyday operation of a school facility is the safety of everyone involved and the improvement of the hygienic conditions and the educational process taking place in said facility.

Keywords:
school, students, educators, health, hygiene and safety

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.37500/IJESSR.2023.6622