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An Innovative Approach to Occupational Risk Assessment in OHS: A Case Study on the Verification of the ALrisk Model in Manufacturing Enterprises in Slovakia

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  • Alena Kuricová

    (Faculty of Security Engineering, University of Žilina, 010 26 Žilina, Slovakia)

  • Mária Hudáková

    (Faculty of Security Engineering, University of Žilina, 010 26 Žilina, Slovakia)

  • Samuel Kočkár

    (Faculty of Security Engineering, University of Žilina, 010 26 Žilina, Slovakia)

  • Katarína Hollá

    (Faculty of Security Engineering, University of Žilina, 010 26 Žilina, Slovakia)

Abstract

The issue of occupational health and safety (OHS) is currently a pressing and essential challenge for improving production processes and workplace environments, particularly in manufacturing enterprises. With increasing demands for efficiency and workplace safety, it is crucial to implement innovative approaches that enhance accident prevention and safeguard employees’ health. These approaches contribute to the long-term sustainability of enterprises and reduce costs associated with workplace injuries and occupational diseases. The core focus of this article is to present the ALrisk model for OHS risk assessment and management, outlining its key components, as well as the results and benefits of its verification in specific job positions within manufacturing enterprises in Slovakia. The study employed scientific methods, along with risk identification, analysis, and workplace condition assessment methods, in the development and verification of the ALrisk model. These methods contributed to a more precise identification of factors endangering employees’ safety and health and enabled the formulation of solutions for their mitigation. The application results indicate that the proposed model provides a more effective method for assessing occupational risks, thereby enhancing prevention—reducing health hazards for employees and improving overall workplace safety. The article offers practical insights into the application of the ALrisk model as an innovative and systematic approach within the specific conditions of manufacturing enterprises. The findings of the study serve as a valuable resource for OHS managers and senior employees seeking to improve workplace safety and accident prevention within their production processes. Moreover, the results are beneficial for other professionals engaged in OHS, particularly in the assessment and management of occupational risks, not only in Slovakia but also across European countries.

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  • Alena Kuricová & Mária Hudáková & Samuel Kočkár & Katarína Hollá, 2025. "An Innovative Approach to Occupational Risk Assessment in OHS: A Case Study on the Verification of the ALrisk Model in Manufacturing Enterprises in Slovakia," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 22(5), pages 1-26, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:22:y:2025:i:5:p:757-:d:1653725
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