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Promoting Safety Behaviour among Operatives in the SME Manufacturing Sector in Malaysia: The Mediating Effect of Safety Knowledge

Nur Shazliaida Shaidan, Muhammad Asyraf Mohd Kassim, Ummi Naiemah Saraih, Mohd Fitri Mansor, Muhammad Safizal Abdullah and Wan Mashumi Wan Mustafa

Volume 33, Issue 1 March 2025 Published 2025-03-27
https://doi.org/10.47836/pjssh.33.1.20
KeywordsSafety attitude, safety behaviour, safety knowledge, safety training, structural equation modelling, SME manufacturing sector
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Abstract

Occupational accidents pose a significant challenge to Malaysia’s SME manufacturing sector, a critical driver of the national economy. This study investigates the impact of safety attitude, safety training, and safety knowledge on operatives’ safety behaviour, exploring the mediating role of safety knowledge. Using a cross-sectional survey design and structural equation modelling (SEM) with SmartPLS, all three factors significantly influenced safety behaviour. Notably, safety attitude and training directly impact safety behaviour, while safety knowledge acts as a mediator, enhancing their positive effect. This research provides valuable insights for promoting a safer working environment within the SME manufacturing sector, underscoring the importance of cultivating positive safety attitudes, delivering effective training, and ensuring a robust foundation of safety knowledge among operatives.
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