Abstract
The aim of the research described in this paper is to validate an existing Worker Engagement Maturity Model (WEMM) that was designed to evaluate WE in health and safety (H&S) in the construction industry and also determine if the WEMM could be applied to evaluate WE in the Industrial Services (IS) sector. This qualitative research used a literature review to validate the five psychological constructs (Meaningful Discussion, Motivation, Trust, Commitment and Empowerment) from an existing WEMM. Further validation was obtained via an expert panel. The methods employed 12 semi structured interviews with workers at three locations. Thematic coding analysis was undertaken to fully understand workers’ perceptions of engagement in H&S. The research found that the WEMM is a valid and reliable tool for evaluating WE in H&S in the Industrial Services sector. An amended WEMM was developed and this would benefit from further testing in other public and private sector organisations. The study was bound by the limitations of time and resources of a Professional Doctorate, which limited the sample size. This study has contributed to the existing body of knowledge on Worker Engagement in H&S by validating an existing evaluation tool in another industrial sector. The research has also further developed the maturity levels designed to evaluate WE in H&S.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the Joint CIB W099 & W123 International Conference 2021: Changes and Innovations for Improved Wellbeing in Construction |
Editors | Billy Hare , Fred Sherratt, Fidelis Emuze |
Place of Publication | Glasgow |
Pages | 154-164 |
Number of pages | 11 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781914188015 |
Publication status | Published - 10 Sept 2021 |
Event | Joint CIB W099 & W123 International Conference 2021: Changes & innovations for improved wellbeing in construction - Online, Glasgow, United Kingdom Duration: 9 Sept 2021 → 10 Sept 2021 https://www.w099tg592020.com/ |
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ISSN (Print) | None |
Conference
Conference | Joint CIB W099 & W123 International Conference 2021: Changes & innovations for improved wellbeing in construction |
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Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | Glasgow |
Period | 9/09/21 → 10/09/21 |
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Keywords
- meaningful discussion
- motivation
- trust
- commitment
- empowerment