Medan, September 29, 2026 – The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, conducted Occupational Safety and Health (K3) and Disaster Mitigation Training on September 29, 2026, at the Faculty of Pharmacy USU Hall. This activity was part of the faculty's efforts to improve the knowledge, skills, and preparedness of the academic community in responding to various emergencies and creating a safe and healthy working environment.
The activity was opened by the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy USU, Prof. Khairunnisa, S.Si., M.Pharm., Ph.D., Apt., who was represented on this occasion by the Vice Dean for Education, Student Affairs, and Alumni Affairs, Dr. Apt. Dadang Irfan Husori, S.Si., M.Sc. In his remarks, he emphasized the importance of understanding and implementing occupational safety and health practices, as well as disaster preparedness, particularly in a faculty environment with various academic and laboratory activities that involve potential risks requiring proper management.
The training featured speakers from various fields who delivered materials according to their respective areas of expertise. Ady Pandawa, S.T., from BASARNAS presented material on disaster mitigation. The session provided participants with an understanding of prevention efforts, preparedness, and the steps that need to be taken when facing various potential disasters.
Next, Agus Munandar, S.T., from the Ministry of Manpower (Kemnaker) presented material on portable fire extinguishers (APAR). The session was followed by a fire-extinguishing simulation, giving participants practical experience in using portable fire extinguishers and understanding the appropriate initial response to a fire.
Meanwhile, Astri Requita Br Tarigan, S.Si., delivered material on laboratory occupational safety and health and waste management. The session covered the importance of implementing safety procedures in laboratory activities, identifying potential hazards, using laboratory facilities safely, and managing waste properly to prevent risks to health and the environment.
The activity was conducted interactively through presentations and hands-on practice. Participants not only gained theoretical knowledge but were also equipped with practical skills that can be applied when responding to emergencies within the Faculty of Pharmacy USU.
Through this activity, the Faculty of Pharmacy USU continues to strengthen its occupational safety and health culture within the academic environment. Improving the capacity of the academic community in disaster mitigation, fire response, laboratory safety, and waste management is expected to minimize accident risks and create a safe, healthy, and sustainable working and learning environment.
The implementation of this activity also supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) through strengthening health and safety aspects; SDG 4 (Quality Education) through improving knowledge and skills; SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) through creating a safe and decent working environment; and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) through improving disaster preparedness and resilience.
Through this training, the Faculty of Pharmacy USU demonstrates its commitment to creating an academic environment that is safe, healthy, responsive to disaster risks, and oriented toward sustainability.