Summary
This is the recording of a webinar hosted by the Safety for All Campaign exploring the often-overlooked risk of surgical smoke in operating theatres—its harmful effects on both healthcare workers and patients, and the latest developments in mitigation, legislation, and safety technology.
Content
Key Themes Include:
- Health risks of surgical smoke exposure
- UK and international legislation on smoke evacuation
- Innovations in smoke evacuation products
- Best practice guidance for safe surgical environments
Speakers:
- Lisa Nealen – Perioperative Practitioner, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Daniel Rodger – Senior Lecturer in Perioperative Practice, London South Bank University
The session concludes with a live Q&A, offering attendees the chance to engage directly with the speakers.
The invisible hazard: Tackling surgical smoke for healthcare worker safety (Safety For All Webinar, 2 April 2025)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uVsprfTPSk
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