The Role of Occupational Safety and Health Policy on Employee Productivity in the Public Service: a Case of Registry Officers in Selected Government Ministries in Kenya
Abstract
Occupational health and safety management is a phenomenon which has recently gained
prominence as a major issue at the work place. This study’s objective was to determine the role
of occupational health and safety policy on employee productivity among registry officers in
selected government ministries in Kenya. The study used a mixed research design which
combined both quantitative and qualitative research designs. A cross-sectional survey was used
to collect data. Data was collected using semi structured questionnaires which were administered
through the drop and pick later method. The findings from the study indicated that occupational
safety and health policies have a significant impact on employee productivity. The study noted
that in a majority of the ministries employees were aware of OSH policies. The study also noted
that all the ministries had displayed safety notifications and provided safety equipment. From the
study findings, it was recommended that government ministries should promote health and safety
awareness through employee sensitization, provision of protective gear, and ensuring a clean and
conducive environment.
Publisher
University of Nairobi
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