Exploring the influence of organizational socialization dimensions on the safety behaviour of healthcare employees

Abstract

This study explore the influence of employee organizational socialization (EOS) dimensions on workplace safety behaviour. Starting with the premise that safety behaviour cannot be nurtured through occasional briefings conducted by supervisors or merely enforcement of safety regulation. This study hypothesized that safety behaviour requires a comprehensive socialization process where employees would appreciate and adopt the relevant values, abilities, behaviour, and social knowledge. Using multiple regression analysis, the research model resulted in a significant outcome with acceptable predictability, where three of the four dimensions (performance proficiency, training and co-worker support) are found to have significant relationship with safety behaviour. To conclude, organizations can nurture employee safety behaviour through the socialization process that can be facilitated through its management practices and leadership orientation.