The effect of occupational health and safety self-efficiency on teachers' quality of work life

This paper examines the global development of Quality of Work Life (QWL) since the 1950s, highlighting its effects on various areas such as job satisfaction and economic well-being. It emphasizes the importance of occupational health and safety (OHS) practices in ensuring a secure work environment and their link to QWL and teacher well-being. A study was conducted with 382 teachers in Konya province, using the Occupational Health and Safety Self-Efficacy Scale and the QWL Scale. Data analysis utilized linear regression to explore the relationship between OHS self-efficacy and QWL. Results showed 23.0% of participants reported OHS issues, and a significant decrease in work life quality was observed among those facing health or safety issues. Correlation analysis revealed weak positive correlations between OHS Self-Efficacy sub-factors and work life quality. Linear regression identified Fall-Slip, General Knowledge, Maintenance-Repair as positive predictors, and health or safety issues as a negative predictor, explaining 18.9% of work life quality variance. The study underscores the importance of workplace safety and QWL, highlighting the necessity of comprehensive OHS programs in educational institutions to create safer and more supportive working conditions, ultimately enhancing QWL for teachers.