Hazard Analysis of Microbiological Exposure Risks for Dental Nurses in Banyuwangi Regency Using the HAZOP Method

This study aims to analyze the risk management of microbiological exposure hazards of Dental Nurses in Banyuwangi Regency using the HAZOP method. This type of research is quantitative analytical with a Cross-sectional approach. Microbiological hazard risk management in dental nurses uses the HAZOP method. The results of this study indicate that, during the identification process, potential hazards for dental nurses due to exposure to microbiological hazards include exposure to or splashes of patient saliva/droplets, exposure to patient fluids or blood, scratches from used sharp instruments, punctures from used syringes, improper sterilization of equipment, failure to screen for patient illnesses, contracting a patient's illness, failure to use personal protective equipment (PPE) or improper use of PPE (not according to standards), lack of concentration on work, lack of occupational health and safety (K3) training, unsafe and inappropriate work procedures, poor air circulation, unavailability of sinks and disinfectants in the workspace, and insufficient trash in every room/corner. In the risk assessment process, there were 7 low-risk potential hazards, 4 medium-risk potential hazards, and 2 high-risk potential hazards. The conclusion of this study is that the potential hazard factor with the greatest risk of causing disease is when dental nurses are exposed to patient saliva or droplets