The Role of Safety Culture in Shaping Port Workers’ Safety Behaviour

The port industry is recognized as one of the most hazardous work environments globally, with a high incidence of workplace accidents and injuries. This necessitates a robust safety culture to ensure the well-being of port workers. Safety culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, and practices regarding safety within an organization, and it plays a crucial role in shaping safety behavior among employees. Safety behavior encompasses the actions and practices of workers that contribute to maintaining a safe work environment. Port workers face occupational hazards that impact workplace safety due to inadequate safety measures, insufficient training, and lack of management commitment. This study examines the impact of safety culture on workplace safety behaviour among port workers in Malaysia. Using a cross-sectional design, 86 employees participated through structured questionnaires. Data analysis through SPSS (Descriptive Analysis, Pearson Correlation, and Multiple Linear Regression) found that safety training (β = 0.612, p < 0.001), safety motivation (β = 0.354, p = 0.005), and management commitment (β = 0.278, p = 0.021) significantly influence safety behaviour. The results suggest that a strong safety culture and comprehensive training enhance adherence to safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents. Recommendations include improving safety training, fostering management commitment, and strengthening safety motivation to ensure a safer work environment.