Leadership Responsibility and Organizational Health and Safety: An Empirical Assessment of Management Commitment and Employee Training

Raymond Ayitey, MBA (General Management)
Director & Founder: Rangiebury Recruitment Limited / Corel Works Consult Ltd / Rangiebury Health and Care Solutions / Corel Works Construction, United Kingdom; Paramis Consult, Corel Works Consult, Paradise School Seminary and Professional Training Institute, Paradise School of Ministry, Ghana.
Email: raymondayitey@gmail.com

 

Year of Completion: 2025

 

Institution: High Skies College, (HSC) / University of Cape Coast.  

Type of Resources: Dissertation/ Thesis /Project Work

Degree Awarded (Support Research): Master of Business Administration (MBA) in General Management

 

Abstract

Health and safety management has become a defining factor in sustainable organisational performance, yet in many workplaces, it remains a secondary concern. This study explores how leadership responsibility and management commitment influence occupational health and safety (OHS) practices and employee behaviour. Using a mixed-methods approach, both quantitative survey data and qualitative feedback were analysed to assess how training, communication, and leadership accountability shape safety outcomes.

Findings revealed that organisations with engaged leadership and consistent health and safety training record lower accident rates and higher employee morale. Conversely, limited managerial follow-through and inconsistent supervision were linked to poor compliance and low staff confidence. The study concludes that visible leadership commitment, backed by training and employee empowerment, is key to embedding a culture of safety. Recommendations include integrating OHS into strategic management, establishing leadership-led training systems, and promoting a shared sense of responsibility for workplace well-being.

 

Keywords:

Leadership, Health and Safety, Employee Training, Management Commitment, Workplace Safety, Organisational Behaviour, Occupational Health

 

Suggested Citation (APA 7th):

Ayitey, R. (2025). Leadership Responsibility and Organisational Health and Safety: An Empirical Assessment of Management Commitment and Employee Training. European Journal of Business and Management, 17(2), 1–12. High Skies College (HSC), Ghana. Zenodo.

 

Repository

This paper examines the role of leadership and management commitment in driving health and safety performance within organisations. Drawing on both quantitative and qualitative data, it highlights how training and leadership accountability affect compliance and employee engagement. The study provides actionable recommendations for Ghana-based employers and HR professionals aiming to foster a proactive health and safety culture in the workplace.