Management Strategies for Occupational Health and Safety during Prevention Intervention Development

Occupational health and safety (OHS) is often regarded as something that must be 'implemented' within organisations. The production of documents, including safety policies, procedures and plans, is often misconstrued as 'doing safety' in organisational life. It is believed that, by following the principles and practices embodied in established OHS management systems, workplace hazards will be controlled to within acceptable levels of risk. Indeed, there are many companies, even in the high risk construction industry context, that perform very well in OHS. However, the attainment of OHS is the result of more than implementing an OHS management system. OHS is the outcom,e of organising work properly and holding persons with OHS responsibility accountable for their actions. It is very common that organisations in which third party accredited OHS management systems have been implemented continue to demonstrate considerable 'patchiness' in OHS performance, reflecting project-by-project variation in the degree of local effort that is made to deliver OHS outcomes.

To analyze occupational health and safety (OHS) management practices used by companies that allow teleworking and propose modifications to the OHS management system. The unit of study were companies in the services sector of Bogotá and their teleworkers. To identify company practices, , we conducted a survey of teleworkers and key informant interviews with those responsible for OHSh. Recommendations for adapting the elements of the teleworking management system were made based on the analysis and integration of the theoretical and conceptual framework with the practices of companies with teleworkers. Overall, we observed that companies continue with usual strategies for workplace health and safety, without considering the different nature of the work. The synthesis that resulted from combining the theoretical and conceptual framework with the risk management analysis in companies identified that the system components could be modified for telework, specifically in the organization and planning, application and evaluation components of the OHS management system. Usual OHS risk management practices of companies with teleworkers should be improved by adjusting some of the components of the management system. These adjustments include managing information and technological innovations by applying them to the organization and planning, application and evaluation components of the system.

The safety and health of the workplace is a decisive factor in making an organization function effectively. An emphatic worldwide endeavor is under way, applying a management framework, in order to implement cost-effective occupational health and safety (OHS) and assist governments and employer and employe representatives to better target their priorities in prevention of workplace injuries and diseases (Frick, Jensen, Quinlan, & Wilthagen, 2000). Revolving around the families of management standards, such as ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:1996, 2004 the systems approach has drawn attention among the standards organizations, accreditation bodies, and the national regulatory agencies in formalizing, implementing, and evaluating OHS management systems (OHSMS). Several OHSMS frameworks have been proposed, aiming at building a documented approach to sustainable change and OHS improvement in the enterprises (International Occupational Hygiene Association [IOHA], 1998). Therefore, by conforming to an OHSMS, the organization can make visible its business objectives of quality management (Kara, 1996; Nag, 2002). This contribution elucidates the key elements of OHSMS and the issues surrounding the development of the OHSMS models, outlines the key documentation and implementation requirement, and certification of the management system, and briefly examines the global acceptance and challenges of the OHS programs and systems in the context of diverse national initiatives.

Effective management of occupational health and safety (OHS) continues to pose a challenge to many organisations. While significant advancement has occurred in knowledge about traditional workplace risks, organisational and labour market changes have created new risks, psychosocial risks are more prevalent, and the trend towards the adoption ofOHSmanagement systems has produced only mixed results. These issues are the focus of this review of recent developments in workplace health and safety. We argue there is a need for organisations to refocus systematically on a collaborative approach to identifying and controlling workplace risks, and on improving the integration ofOHSinto broader systems and every day management to better meet existing and futureOHSchallenges.

OHS is an activities to ensure and protect the safety and health of the workforce through prevention of occupational injuries and occupational diseases. One way of prevention of work accident is through to implement OHS System. The OHS process should begin with a good planning process to ensure that its implementation complies with the desired policies and objectives. PT. XYZ Medan has implemented OHS System which is regulated in the procedures and manuals of the company’s management system. The purpose of this study was to assess and evaluate the Occupational Safety and Health Management System and also to evaluate Hazard Identification in the company. This research uses checklist method of all assessment criteria of OHS management system based on Indonesian Government Regulation, and for application of OHS in company use qualitative data through spreading of quisioner to managers, supervisors and workers. Based on the result of observation, it is found that the implementation of OHS in the company is not fully complied with the Indonesian Government Regulation. There are still 24 unfulfilled criteria that is concerning policy, plan of OHS, document control, product control, work security, hazard inspection, material management, skills and abilities. This study resulted in the acquisition of the results of analysis in the achievement level of OHS is 92.2% and has been included in the satisfactory category so worthy to be certified and ranked the golden flag. And analysis of the implementation and implementation of OHS to the established principles has been above 50% and can be interpreted that OHS is considered important to be applied in the company.

The purpose of this chapter is to provide the conceptual framework, design, and vital elements of implementation of an effective and efficient occupational health and safety (OHS) performance management system in an enterprise. The aim of the chapter is to emphasize the importance of a managerial, systematic, and integral approach to the management of OHS performance, which is a field often left in the shadow of other performance dimensions. This chapter develops the specific framework of OHS performance management, which is characterized by the four key OHS performance phases: planning, measurement, analysis, and reporting. The proposed conceptual framework and the highlighted key aspects of OHS performance management are intended to aid managers in various industries (with particularly prominent OHS risks and hazards) in the development and implementation of the OHS management system and the OHS performance management system. Their proper implementation is aimed at the accomplishment of OHS goals and the business goals of enterprises in the contemporary business environment.

Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) plays a crucial role in ensuring a safe work environment, especially in high-risk sectors like healthcare, where workplace accidents and disease exposure are common. This study aims to assess the implementation of OSH at Hospital X in Bandung City by analyzing its occupational safety management system according to Government Regulation No. 50 of 2012, with a focus on Indicator 6, which pertains to Work Safety Standards under the Occupational Safety and Health Management System (SMK3). The research method used a qualitative approach supported by quantitative data, with data collection through questionnaires, observations, and interviews. The respondents included OSH management staff and hospital visitors. The study’s findings indicate that the overall implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) at Hospital X is categorized as good. This suggests that the hospital's risk control procedures are generally effective in minimizing potential workplace hazards. The hospital management’s perception of the OHS Management System (SMK3) implementation was positive, reflecting their commitment to ensuring a safe work environment. However, the assessment from visitors regarding the OSH implementation fell into the fairly good category, indicating room for improvement in certain areas, especially in terms of visitor awareness and involvement in the hospital’s safety measures. The results highlight the importance of continuous evaluation and improvement in implementing OHS standards, particularly in high-risk settings such as hospitals. Strengthening visitor education and engagement in OHS practices could further enhance the overall safety culture at the hospital. This study contributes valuable insights for improving OSH management systems and risk control strategies, ultimately aiming for a safer and healthier work environment for both hospital staff and visitors.

Internal outsourcing has intensified organizational fragmentation and redistributed responsibilities for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) across multiple employers, challenging conventional safety management approaches. This study aims to critically synthesize recent academic research on OHS governance in internal outsourcing arrangements and to develop an integrative explanatory framework grounded in safety science and production systems research. A systematic literature review was conducted following the SALSA protocol, covering peer‑reviewed journal articles published between 2020 and 2025 in Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. After applying rigorous inclusion and exclusion criteria, 17 studies were retained and analyzed using thematic analysis. The synthesis indicates that legal compliance and formal OHS management systems alone are insufficient to explain variations in safety performance in internally outsourced environments. Instead, OHS outcomes emerge from interactions among governance arrangements, contractual mechanisms, human resource practices, procurement logics, and digital technologies. Building on these findings, the paper proposes an integrative sociotechnical framework that explains how safety performance is shaped by interorganizational coordination, power asymmetries, and decision‑making structures in fragmented production systems. The study contributes to safety science by advancing a mechanism-based explanation of how OHS performance emerges in fragmented, multi-employer production systems and by articulating directional propositions for future empirical testing.

The fisheries industry, especially in the processing of lemuru fish, has various work risks that can affect the safety and health of workers. These risks include the use of sharp tools, exposure to chemicals, slippery work environments, and the potential for injury due to intensive production processes. Therefore, the implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) is a crucial aspect in ensuring a safe, efficient, and productive work environment. However, in practice, there are still various obstacles in the implementation of OHS, such as lack of worker awareness, limited safety facilities, and a less-than-optimal supervision system. This study aims to analyze the implementation of OHS in the processing of lemuru fish at XYZ Company, Jembrana, and to identify obstacles and optimize strategies. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with observation techniques, interviews, and SWOT analysis of OHS policies. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of K3 has been running well through the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), compliance with work procedures, and the implementation of safety standards. To be able to optimize this activity, it can be done through increased training, routine supervision, and the use of IoT-based technology for monitoring the work environment. Computer-based OHS management systems, Virtual Reality (VR) technology for simulation, and automation of high-risk processes with robotics can also be applied to reduce work accidents. Data analysis with machine learning also helps in risk prediction. These implementation strategies can improve work safety, create a safer and more comfortable work environment, and increase the competitiveness of the industry in the global market.

Optimal implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) is important to create a safe, efficient, and productive work environment. This study examines the implementation of OHS in the modern lemuru fish processing industry. Various integrated strategies are implemented to minimize accident risks, increase productivity, and maintain product quality. Advanced technology approaches such as Internet of Things (IoT)-based monitoring systems, computer-based OHS management systems, and Virtual Reality (VR) technology for training are used. Automation of risky processes with robotics and automatic control technology reduces human involvement in hazardous activities. Data analytics based on machine learning and big data help predict and prevent potential accidents. The results of the study indicate that the integration of appropriate OHS technology and policies improves worker safety, strengthens industry competitiveness, and contributes significantly to long-term success in the modern lemuru fish processing industry.

Working in nuclear cycle facilities such as nuclear power plants, fuel mining, milling and fabrication, waste management, and reprocessing facilities can pose various industrial health and safety risks to the workers due to hazardous processes and materials. Conventional or non (ionizing) radiation-related occupational health and safety (OHS) in nuclear facilities is a multidimensional area that involves hazard identification, protective measures, safety culture, emergency response, and workers’ well-being. This article aims to highlight the International Atomic Energy Agency’s perspective of OHS, the common conventional OHS hazards in nuclear cycle facilities, and the measures taken to mitigate risks from these hazards. By implementing comprehensive OHS management system, nuclear facilities can create an occupationally healthy and safe working environment.

This research was conducted with the primary objective of examining and determining the effect of occupational safety, occupational health, and the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) on employee performance at UD. Berkah Mandiri, located in Kediri Regency. The background of this study is based on the importance of implementing OHS in the workplace as an effort to minimize the risk of accidents, improve employee well-being, and support overall company productivity. In today’s increasingly competitive industrial world, attention to occupational safety and health is a key factor that not only protects workers but also enhances organizational efficiency and effectiveness. The research method employed was a quantitative approach with an associative research design. The population consisted of 56 employees, all of whom were taken as respondents through a saturated sampling technique. Data were collected using a questionnaire instrument constructed based on indicators of occupational safety, occupational health, OHSMS, and employee performance. The data were then analyzed using SPSS version 25.0 through validity and reliability tests, multiple regression analysis, and hypothesis testing both partially and simultaneously. The results of the analysis revealed that occupational safety has a significant effect on employee performance, indicating that the better the implementation of safety standards, the higher the performance achieved. Similarly, occupational health was found to have a positive and significant effect on employee performance, suggesting that healthy working conditions contribute to higher motivation and work effectiveness. Furthermore, the OHSMS also significantly influenced employee performance, reflecting that proper policies, procedures, and supervision in OHS management create a safe and productive work environment. Collectively, the three variables—occupational safety, occupational health, and OHSMS—were proven to have a significant simultaneous effect on employee performance at UD. Berkah Mandiri. Thus, this study emphasizes that occupational safety, occupational health, and OHSMS are crucial factors that must receive serious attention in order to improve employee performance and support sustainable business continuity.

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management has been one of the first areas of implementation of Risk Managementprocess. However, due to the extended application of OHS management in all organization and the requirements for compliancewith relevant legislation, focus for standardization was set mostly on the technical aspects (risk identification and riskevaluation), whereas other aspects (risk treatment, risk communication, monitoring and reporting) were left to be treated adhoc, intuitively or following regulated requirements. According to the Risk Management process, as described by the standardISO 31000:2018, these aspects are equally important for effective management of risks. This paper aims to present thewhole Risk Management process for OHS risks, emphasizing on these neglected aspects and presenting documented tools toeffectively incorporate them in the structured application of OHS management. The importance of defining the scope, contextand criteria of OHS management, as well as the selection of certain risk treatment strategy for each risk is emphasized. Useof ESAW (European Statistics for Accidents at Work) taxonomy for risk identification is proposed, an evaluation scheme formeasures is presented, the C-HIP model is proposed to be integrated for communication, recording registry information is discussed and ISO 45001:2018 PDCA structure is proposed for continuous monitoring and review.

The food industry, particularly the bakery sector, has shown significant growth in Indonesia but still faces various occupational health and safety (OHS) risks, especially during the baking process involving high temperatures and heavy equipment. This study aims to analyze work accident risks in the bread baking process using the Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) method. HAZOP is applied to identify potential deviations from normal operational conditions that may lead to workplace accidents. Data were collected through direct observation and literature review, then analyzed using a risk matrix based on Likelihood and Severity levels. The results indicate that the highest risk originates from oven temperature deviations, which may cause burns, heat stress, and fire hazards. The risk levels are categorized as "High Risk", requiring control measures such as regular maintenance, worker training, and temperature alarm systems. The study recommends the implementation of an integrated OHS management system in bakery industries to minimize risks in the baking process

This pilot study assessed occupational health and safety (OHS) management system audit finding reliability using a modified test–retest method. Two industrial hygienists with similar training and education conducted four, 1-day management system audits in four dissimilar organizational environments. The researchers examined four auditable sections (employee participation, training, controls, and communications) contained in a publicly available OHS management system assessment instrument. At each site, 102 auditable clauses were evaluated using a progressive 6-point scale. The team examined both the consistency of and agreement between the scores of the two auditors. Consistency was evaluated by calculating the Pearson r correlations for the two auditors' scores at each site and for each section within each site. Pearson correlations comparing overall scores for each site were all very low, ranging from 0.206 to 0.543. Training and communication system assessments correlated the highest, whereas employee ...