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A path analysis model for explaining unsafe behavior in workplaces: the effect of perceived work pressure
Fakhradin Ghasemi1, Omid Kalatpour1, Abbas Moghimbeigi2
1a Center of Excellence for Occupational Health (CEOH) and Research Center of Health Sciences , Hamadan University of Medical Sciences , Iran.
Summary
Reducing work pressure and fostering positive group attitudes are key to improving employee safety behavior. These factors significantly influence safety outcomes in the workplace.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Unsafe behavior is a significant contributor to occupational accidents.
- Work pressure is identified as a primary factor influencing employee behavior and safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and test a path analysis model explaining the influence of work pressure on safety behavior.
- To identify mediating factors between work pressure and safety behavior.
Main Methods:
- A self-administered questionnaire was used to measure six variables impacting employee safety behavior.
- Path analysis was employed to construct and assess the proposed model using goodness-of-fit indices.
Main Results:
- Work pressure did not directly impact safety behavior but negatively affected other variables.
- Group attitude and personal attitude toward safety were key mediators.
- Group attitude, personal attitude, and work pressure demonstrated the strongest effects on safety behavior.
Conclusions:
- Reducing work pressure to a reasonable level is crucial for enhancing employee safety.
- Creating a supportive environment that promotes positive group attitudes towards safety is recommended.
- Further research through replication of the study is advised.