dc.contributor.author |
Ebeloku, A. I |
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dc.contributor.author |
Akinbode, J. O |
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dc.contributor.author |
Sokefun, E. A |
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dc.date.accessioned |
2022-07-14T12:36:16Z |
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dc.date.available |
2022-07-14T12:36:16Z |
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dc.date.issued |
2018-06 |
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dc.identifier.citation |
Ebeloku, A. I., Akinbode, J. O., Sokefun, E. A. (2018). Effects of Occupational Hazards on Workers’ Performance in Nigeria’s Cement Industry. Online Publication of the ADAPT Series |
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dc.identifier.uri |
http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/740 |
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dc.description.abstract |
Purpose. This paper examined the effects of occupational hazards on workers’
performance in Nigeria’s cement industry.
Methodology. Survey research method was employed in conducting the
research: a structured questionnaire was designed and administered to one
hundred and eighty-three (183) workers of Lafarge Cement Plant in Sagamu,
Ogun State, Nigeria.
Findings. The study revealed that the frequency level of occupational hazards
had a significant influence on workers performance; a significant difference
exist between performance levels of healthy workers to unhealthy workers; and
that safe workers had high tendencies of performing on the job than workers
who were unsafe at work in the cement industry.
Research implications – The study established the relevance of workers
wellness and safety to workers commitment to duties as predictors of workers’
performance.
Originality/Value – The paper advocates the promotion of global standard
occupational health and safety practices in Nigeria’s cement industry.
Specifically, the study emphasises the importance of a healthy workforce and
work system, and suggestions were presented for improved occupational
health and safety systems.
Paper type: Empirical paper. |
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dc.description.sponsorship |
Ebeloku Ademola I., Akinbode James O. and Sokefun, Eniola |
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dc.language.iso |
en |
en_US |
dc.publisher |
Online Publication of the ADAPT Series |
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dc.relation.ispartofseries |
7;2 |
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dc.subject |
Absenteeism, Cement Industry, Hazard, Health, Presenteeism, Workers’ Performance. |
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dc.title |
Effects of Occupational Hazards on Workers’ Performance in Nigeria’s Cement Industry |
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dc.type |
Article |
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