Two keys to transforming occupational safety and health culture in radiology: Effective training and safety induction strategies for radiographers

¹ Doctoral Program in Medical and Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
² Radiology Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aisyiyah University Yogyakarta, 55599, Indonesia

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Abstract

Many radiographers lack adequate training in safety. Best practices in safety training have not been consistently applied. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of induction and training on safety culture. The research methods include a quasi-experimental design and a quantitative methodology. Eighty-seven respondents were radiographers at type C and D Hospitals in the Sleman and Bantul areas. Data collection using questionnaires and observations. The research procedures for data collection in time series include pretest-1, pretest-2, training interventions, phase 1 safety induction, posttest-1, phase 2 video safety induction, and posttest-2. Data analysis with the Linear Mix Model and Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test. The results of the study show that simulation-based training and safety induction are highly effective in improving Radiographers' safety behavior and can reduce the risk of work accidents. Thus, creating a sustainable safety culture in the workplace ensures that safety is a top priority. A new understanding of the importance of safety and induction training for Radiographers can be realized. The recommendation is to establish better training standards, thereby improving the quality of radiography services.