Motivational factors for occupational safety and health improvements: A mixed-method study within the Swedish equine sector

Bruhn, Åsa Bergman; Lindahl, Cecilia; Andersson, Ing-Marie; Rosén, Gunnar

doi:10.1016/j.ssci.2022.106035

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“…Finally, the results showed that the organizational conditions managers have for OHSM were associated with employee well-being, via OHSM and psychosocial work environment. Previous research has shown the centrality of the manager for how well OHSM is conducted (Bergman Bruhn et al ., 2023; Justesen et al ., 2017; Molin et al ., 2021), and several factors have been identified as important for OHSM (da Silva and Amaral, 2019). This study shows that the organizational conditions of the manager for OHSM are important because they have consequences on the OHSM, on the psychosocial work environment, and in the end, on the well-being of the employees.…”

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“…Although the law imposes responsibility for the work environment on the employer, the OHSM is usually delegated to the first-line manager (Molin et al ., 2020). Some examples of common OHSM activities that can be found in the provisions and that have been examined in previous research deal with work environment policy, routines and documents, risk assessment, incident reporting and occupation health services (Bergman Bruhn et al ., 2023; Nordlöf et al ., 2017).…”

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“…Organizational factors that seem important concern organizational size, creditworthiness and safety culture (da Silva and Amaral, 2019; Nordlöf et al ., 2017) and also the support and commitment of top management, the commitment of employees, budget, clarity of what to do, skills and training, support systems (da Silva and Amaral, 2019; Mambwe et al ., 2021; Savković et al ., 2019; Tejamaya et al ., 2021). Studies have found that the manager is central to the implementation of systematic OHSM and that their involvement is decisive for how well the OHSM is carried out (Bergman Bruhn et al ., 2023; Justesen et al ., 2017; Molin et al ., 2021). However, the organizational factors identified as vital for successfully conducting and implementing systematic OHSM are often lacking in managers, resources are insufficient, routines and documentation are missing, and employee participation is lacking (Dellve et al ., 2008; Masi and Cagno, 2015; Mellor et al ., 2011; Saksvik and Quinlan, 2003; Sjöberg Forssberg et al ., 2022).…”

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Occupational health and safety management: managers’ organizational conditions and effect on employee well-being

Lundqvist,

Reineholm,

Ståhl

et al. 2024

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PurposeKnowledge regarding the importance of the psychosocial work environment for health and well-being in the workplace is extensive. However, more knowledge is needed about how the managers’ organizational conditions are related to what occupational health and safety management (OHSM) is actually conducted and how this relates to the work-related health of employees. The aim of this study is therefore to investigate if managers’ organizational conditions are associated with the conducted OHSM, and if the conducted OHSM is associated with the psychosocial work environment and well-being of the employees.Design/methodology/approachAn electronic questionnaire was sent to managers and their employees working in 10 different organizations in Sweden, resulting in 1,097 valid responses. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to analyze the results.FindingsThe SEM analysis showed that managers’ conditions were related to employee well-being via OHSM and psychosocial work environment (job demands and job resources).Originality/valueThis study contributes to the existing literature in the field of OHSM by placing explicit focus on the role of organizational conditions for conducting OHSM. By studying not only the link between work environment and health, but also focus on the underlying organizational structures for OHSM, provides additional possibilities for prevention of the increasing work-related illness. As such, this paper contributes to a more holistic perspective in the field of OHSM.

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Reineholm,

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“…Motivation to act in more pro-environmental ways must and can be related to horse welfare. Indeed, a recent study in occupational science shows that the motivation for horse welfare can be so high that those working in the stables prioritize the health and welfare of the horses over their own [ 58 ]. This would mean that if ecological sustainability were to focus more deliberately on improving horse welfare, a large obstacle to change may be removed.…”

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Pro-Environmental Transformation of the Equine Sector—Facilitators and Challenges

Hedenborg,

Kronborg,

Sätre

et al. 2024

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To improve horse welfare and ensure a sustainable equestrian future, we need to understand human behavior in relation to the challenges of the sector. The purpose of this paper is to map and analyze how individuals within the equine sector in Sweden and Norway define the environmental challenges they are faced with and how these are related to questions about horse welfare. A mixed-methods parallel design was used. The data consist of survey answers and semi-structured interviews. The survey, responded to by 697 Swedish and Norwegian participants, ensured statistical validity and power through a sample size calculation yielding approximately 385 participants. To deepen the understanding, 36 semi structured interviews with Swedish and Norwegian interviewees were conducted. An analysis of convergencies and divergencies between the data sets provided robust insights into the perceptions and behaviors within the equine sector in Sweden and Norway. The findings show that the equine sector has cultivated a stronger environmental commitment over the last 15 years (Svala, 2008). However, many participants express a perceived lack of influence on this transformation. The COM-B model (Michie, Van Stralen & West, 2011; Michie, Atkins & West, 2014) and previous research on ‘thinking structures on climate delay’ (Wormbs & Wolrath, 2023) are used to interpret the data. The analysis indicates that there is an overall capacity for change, and that skills and knowledge exist, but some individuals desire more information and a deeper understanding of the issues at hand. Higher barriers to change were found in the opportunity component, where physical constraints such as location, resources, and time seem challenging for individual actors to influence. Economic factors are also identified as impediments to transformation. Cultural norms related to orderliness within stables, although not directly addressing ecological nor ethical challenges, might serve as a foundation for promoting environmental initiatives that will also improve horse welfare.

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“…To ensure these safety requirements, Occupational Safety (OCS) programs are the most helpful when it comes to making a secure and healthy workplace where safety is the main priority. The OCS system includes Occupational and Nonoccupational Safety management [2], which benefits individuals, organizations and employee motivation, which ultimately enhances positive outcomes [3].…”

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Factors Impacting Occupational Safety among Women Engineers

Abdelwahed

Soomro

2023

Safety

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On the one hand, in the present era, construction companies are one of Egypt’s fastest-growing industries and provide significant economic returns. On the other hand, construction industries significantly put individuals in danger of accidental death. In this study, the researchers examined the factors that affect Occupational Safety (OCS) measures among women engineers working in Egypt’s construction industries. This is a quantitative study that used cross-sectional data, and the researchers used 376 usable samples. By applying Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), this study’s findings demonstrate that the Work Environment (WEN), Personal Protection (PP), Training and Education of Safety Skills (TESS), Familiarity with Safety Regulations (FSR) and Safety Commitment (SCT) influence OCS. This study’s findings will help policymakers and planners design effective safety policies on construction sites. This study’s findings about adopting precautionary and safety measures will help reduce the death rates on Egypt’s construction sites. Finally, particularly in developing countries, this study’s findings will contribute to the health and safety and environment and health literature.

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Motivational factors for occupational safety and health improvements: A mixed-method study within the Swedish equine sector

Cited by 6 publications

References 43 publications

Occupational health and safety management: managers’ organizational conditions and effect on employee well-being

Occupational health and safety management: managers’ organizational conditions and effect on employee well-being

Pro-Environmental Transformation of the Equine Sector—Facilitators and Challenges

Factors Impacting Occupational Safety among Women Engineers

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