Occupational Health and Safety Management Practices and Employee Safety Behavior: Evidence from Accra Technical University, Ghana

Abstract

This present study aimed at investigating the relationship between Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management practice (OHS policies and regulations, workplace safety inspection, and OHS induction and training) and employee safety behavior among the non-teaching staff of Accra Technical University in Ghana. This present study employed a descriptive survey research design. In addition, one hundred and ninety-six (196) respondents were sampled using the convenience sampling technique. Data retrieved were analyzed using the standard multiple regression analysis. The findings of the study showed that OHS policies and regulations, workplace safety inspection, and OHS induction and training had a significant positive impact on employee safety behavior. Overall, the findings of this present study give credence to the fact that OHS management practices aid in enhancing the safety behavior of employees. It is recommended that designing and implementing safety policies and guidelines management must ensure that it is properly enforced, and followed.