Workplace Safety Climate and Employee Behaviour: Examining the relationship between workplace Safety Climate and employee safety behavior

Abstract: This study examined the relationship between workplace safety climate and employee safety behavior in high-risk industries in Ghana, including construction, manufacturing, and mining sectors. Using a quantitative research design, data were collected from 368 employees through structured questionnaires assessing perceptions of safety climate and self-reported safety behaviors, including compliance with rules and voluntary participation in safety initiatives. Hierarchical regression analysis was employed to determine the predictive influence of safety climate dimensions—management commitment, safety communication, and safety training—on employee behavior. Results revealed that workplace safety climate significantly predicts both safety compliance and safety participation, with management commitment emerging as the strongest determinant. Safety communication and training also contributed positively to safe behavior. The study highlights the critical role of organizational commitment, effective communication, and continuous training in fostering a positive safety culture and reducing workplace accidents. Findings provide practical implications for policymakers, organizational leaders, and safety managers seeking to improve occupational health and safety outcomes in Ghanaian high-risk industries.