EVALUATING THE ROLE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN PROMOTING WORKPLACE SAFETY IN THE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY: A STUDY AT AVO CARBON


Ms. Sangeetha.S, Dr. R. Divyaranjani
Department of Management Studies, Saveetha Engineering College, Thandalam, Chennai
Abstract
Workplace safety is essential for keeping employees safe, ensuring smooth operations, and promoting company growth. This is especially true in manufacturing, where accidents can happen frequently. This study examines how Human Resource (HR) practices contribute to workplace safety at AVO Carbon India Private Limited in Chennai. It focuses on HR activities such as safety training, communicating safety rules, informing employees about safety, and adhering to safety laws. The study analyzes data from 105 employees who completed a questionnaire. It employs methods like Percentage Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Pearson Correlation Analysis, Chi-Square Test, One-Way ANOVA, and Simple Linear Regression Analysis. The results show a significant connection between HR safety practices and workplace safety outcomes, with a connection value of 0.822. The study indicates that HR safety practices account for 67.6% of workplace safety. The equation is: Workplace Safety = 0.436 + 0.897 × HR Safety Practices. Key HR activities undertaken by AVO Carbon India Private Limited for workplace safety include: 1. Safety training for employees. 2. Communicating safety policies. 3. Creating awareness about safety among employees. The study offers recommendations for improving workplace safety and fostering a safety culture, which can enhance the organization’s performance. AVO Carbon India Private Limited can apply these findings to strengthen workplace safety. Workplace safety is crucial for both employees and the company’s growth. HR practices play a vital role in maintaining workplace safety, and the company should prioritize them. The study provides suggestions to improve the safety management framework. The findings can assist AVO Carbon India Private Limited in enhancing its safety measures. HR-managed safety practices are key to achieving safety results. These insights can help the company create a safer workplace. AVO Carbon India Private Limited can benefit from the recommendations in this study to improve its safety practices.
Keywords: Workplace Safety, Human Resource Management, Manufacturing Industry, Personal Protective Equipment, Safety Training, AVO Carbon, Incident Reporting, Occupational Healt
Journal Name :
EPRA International Journal of Environmental Economics, Commerce and Educational Management

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Published on : 2026-04-06

Vol : 13
Issue : 4
Month : April
Year : 2026
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