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Volume 7 Issue 1
January-February 2025
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An Exploration of Health and Safety Practices in the Uganda Police Force
Author(s) | Kasim Ziryawulawo Matovu, Matovu Musa |
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Country | Uganda |
Abstract | This study evaluates the occupational health and safety (OHS) strategies implemented by the Uganda Police Force (UPF) and assesses their effectiveness in mitigating workplace risks. OHS is crucial in law enforcement, where officers face high-risk situations, especially during contemporary political emergencies (CPEs). Despite UPF’s efforts to implement safety measures under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (2006), significant hazards remain. Using global OHS frameworks such as the Health Belief Model and Swiss Cheese Theory, this research explores why accidents occur and how UPF’s policies address these risks. The study conducted a retrospective observational analysis involving 384 officers, using questionnaires and interviews to gather data. The findings were analyzed through descriptive statistics and regression modeling. The results show that UPF’s OHS strategies have had a moderate impact, with administrative measures like training and policy enforcement showing the greatest effectiveness in reducing risks. However, physical and environmental strategies, such as risk assessments and machine safety, have been less successful. Areas like the provision of personal protective equipment (PPE) and general housekeeping require improvement. In conclusion, the research emphasizes the need for an integrated approach to OHS within UPF, combining administrative, physical, and environmental strategies. Continuous monitoring, evaluation, and enhancement of existing policies are crucial to ensuring the health and safety of Uganda’s law enforcement personnel. |
Keywords | OHS Occupational Health and Safety, CPEs Contemporary Political Emergencies, UPF Uganda Police Force |
Field | Sociology > Administration / Law / Management |
Published In | Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025 |
Published On | 2025-01-12 |
Cite This | An Exploration of Health and Safety Practices in the Uganda Police Force - Kasim Ziryawulawo Matovu, Matovu Musa - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.34760 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.34760 |
Short DOI | https://doi.org/g82gxz |
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