Citation

Atusingwize E, Musinguzi G, Ndejjo R, Buregyeya E, Kayongo B, Mubeezi R, Mugambe RK, Ali Halage A, Sekimpi DK, Bazeyo W, Wang JS, Ssempebwa JC. Arch. Environ. Occup. Health 2019; 74(1-2): 58-65.

Affiliation

Department of Disease Control and Environmental Health , School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University , Kampala , Uganda.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/19338244.2018.1492895

PMID

30222090

Abstract

The burden of occupational diseases and injuries is high in developing countries due to several challenges including poor regulatory frameworks. To explore the status of occupational safety and health (OSH) policies and related implementation challenges in Uganda, we reviewed OSH regulations and conducted key informant interviews with stakeholders. We found that the existing OSH laws were largely outdated compared to the current needs of workplaces. Challenges affecting implementation are related to: gaps in the legal framework, low public awareness about OSH, poor planning, and limited human capacity, transparency, and accountability. Measures to address these gaps including training, upgrading OSH laws and policies, and prioritization are warranted to improve the status of OSH in Uganda.

Language: en

Keywords

Health; Uganda; occupational; policy; safety