The Health and Safety Management System at Work and the Reduction of Occupational Accidents

Acevedo-Carrillo M.; Acevedo-Cuito M.; Chirinos-Mendoza A.; Huerta-Calixto C.; Valderrama-Marquina N.; Cancho-Guisado J. · Proceedings of the LACCEI international Multi-conference for Engineering, Education and Technology (2024) · DOI: 10.18687/laccei2024.1.1.1758

Resumen

The objective of this research is to determine, through a systematic literature review, if the Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems (SGSST) generate benefits in reducing the risks of occupational accidents in companies. The PRISMA methodology was used, descriptive documentary type research, data collection techniques through document analysis and information search in virtual libraries, in reliable sources and databases such as Scopus, WoS, Scielo, Dialnet, Dimensions, Latindex and Redalyc; key words "management systems", "occupational accidents" and "labor perception" were used. Thirty-two articles were selected, consisting of papers, scientific articles, systematic reviews, doctoral theses, and master theses. The results were systematized in tables, figures, visual organizers, and a critical analysis was made of the selected articles. It was concluded that the SGSST have a favorable impact on the reduction of risks associated with occupational accidents within companies, based on the planning, organization, management, and control of these activities, such as investment in technology, risk perception, good practices, and preventive audits, favor the reduction of occupational accidents.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos; Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal; Universidad Privada San Juan Bautista; Universidad Privada del Norte