Perceived safety management practices in the logistics sector.

Area of Science:

• Occupational Safety and Health
• Logistics Management
• Human Factors in Safety

Background:

• Malaysia's logistics sector faces challenges in balancing trade growth with safety standards.
• The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994 is the primary national policy guiding workplace safety.
• Effective health and safety practices are linked to higher employee quality and productivity.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate safety management practices within the Malaysian logistics industry.
• To examine the human factors influencing safety in logistics operations.
• To identify the perceptions of logistics personnel regarding safety management.

Main Methods:

• A quantitative survey method was employed using availability sampling.
• Questionnaires assessed logistics personnel's perceptions of management commitment to safety.
• Data from 103 logistics employees were analyzed using SPSS, with responses on a Likert scale.

Main Results:

• Highest mean scores were recorded for fire apparatus, prioritization of safety, and safety policy.
• These results indicate strong agreement among logistics personnel on the importance of these safety elements.
• The study identified key areas perceived as well-managed within the logistics safety framework.

Conclusions:

• Management commitment is crucial for enhancing workplace safety in the logistics sector.
• Maintaining positive employer-employee relations is vital for reducing workplace injuries.
• The findings underscore the need for continued focus on safety policies and practices.