Abstract
This study investigates the perceptions and expectations of Health and Safety Education lecturers regarding the adequacy, challenges, and prospects of safety gadgets and facilities in Nigerian universities. The primary aim is to assess their perceptions of the current state of health and safety facilities, identify key challenges impacting the adequacy and effectiveness of these facilities, and explore opportunities for improvement. This study used the design of the descriptive survey, utilizing questionnaire administered to Health and Safety Education lecturers in six Nigerian universities. Data analysis included mean and standard deviation and statistics such as t-test and supported by ANOVA in determining differences related to gender, educational qualification cum experiences. Findings revealed that while lecturers generally agree on the importance of health and safety facilities, there are significant concerns regarding inadequate funding, lack of modern equipment, and poor maintenance culture. Furthermore, the study emphasized a lack of policy implementation and staff training as major barriers to effective health and safety management. Despite these challenges, lecturers identified increased funding, technological advancements, public-private partnerships, and better staff training as promising strategies for improvement. This study is anchored on the Social Cognitive Theory (SCT). The recommendations included a call for greater institutional support, policy enforcement, and resource allocation to improve the safety environment in Nigerian universities, thereby promoting a culture of health and safety among staff and students.
Keywords: Challenges, Experiences, Perceptions, Prospects, Safety Gadgets.