%0 Journal Article
%T Occupational Health and Safety Practices for the Construction SectorĄŻs Projects Performance in Uganda
%A Ahanga Ambrose Hans
%J Open Access Library Journal
%V 11
%N 10
%P 1-18
%@ 2333-9721
%D 2024
%I Open Access Library
%R 10.4236/oalib.1111189
%X Background: Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Practices have been set up to maintain workersĄŻ overall well-being during construction projects in Uganda. Purpose: This paper establishes the impact of undertaking OHS practices on the overall project performance. Issues: It was noted that the non-adherence to the OHS Practices on construction projects in Uganda was the major cause of various occupational accidents, diseases, and injuries that affected workers and neighboring communities. Methodology: A mixed methods study, containing interviews, questionnaires, and a review of documents was undertaken to examine the relationship between OHS Practices and the overall projectĄŻs performance. Findings: The analysis revealed that it was essential to enforce Occupational Health and Safety Practices in order to attain the overall project performance. Implications: This study will increase awareness of the need to promote OHS Practices with the aim of achieving overall project performance.
%K Occupational Health
%K Occupational Safety
%K Project Performance
%K Construction Sector
%K Health
%K Risks
%K Hazards
%U http://www.oalib.com/paper/6815332