A New Perspective for Workplace Safety: Psychological Safety andEmployee Interaction

Abstract

It addresses the importance of psychological safety and employee engagement in creating a safe workplace environment. Traditional occupational health and safety approaches generally focus on technical measures and compliance with legal regulations. However, research conducted in recent years reveals that psychological and social factors also play a critical role in developing occupational safety culture. While psychological safety enables employees to report hazards or potential risks without fear of sanctions, employee engagement strengthens the safety culture by increasing commitment to safety policies and practices.

In workplaces with high psychological safety, employees can express danger or risk elements earlier and more comfortably, encouraging more proactive approaches to prevent work accidents. On the other hand, in workplaces where employee loyalty is strong, individuals internalize safety procedures and make safe behavior a natural no This study comprehensively examines the effects of psychological safety and employee commitment on occupational safety culture through case studies, survey studies, and focus group discussions. Research conducted in the construction, production, and health sectors clearly demonstrates the importance of these two factors in sustaining occupational safety culture and reducing occupational accidents.

The research results emphasize that strategies that promote psychological safety, increase employee loyalty, and strengthen safety communication should be developed. In this context, it is recommended that management adopt a holistic safety management strategy that supports social and psychological approaches to ensure safety in the workplace.rm.