Department of Biotechnology, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, India
Research Article
Development of Perceived Workplace Safety Scale for the Chemical Industry
Author(s): Nandhini D*
The chemical industry is inherently associated with various risks and hazards, making workplace safety a critical concern. A comprehensive workplace safety scale is needed to accurately measure and evaluate the perceived level of safety in this industry. This study aims to develop such a scale by considering ten key dimensions: Personal Protective Equipment’s (PPEs) and others, fire protection, chemical safety, safety training, safety motivation, safety personnel, participatory management, service and maintenance, emergency preparedness, and work infrastructure.
Each dimension represents a crucial aspect of workplace safety, addressing factors such as the availability and proper utilization of PPEs, fire prevention and response measures, safe handling of chemicals, comprehensive safety training, employee motivation towards safety, dedicated safety personnel, employee i.. Read More»