Behavioral Safety Research

Behavioral safety research studies how workers’ actions influence workplace safety outcomes. It focuses on understanding why people sometimes make risky choices and identifying behaviors that contribute to accidents or injuries. By observing and analyzing these actions, researchers develop strategies—such as training, positive reinforcement, or safety protocols—to encourage safer habits. The goal is to create work environments where safe behaviors are the norm, reducing incidents and protecting workers’ well-being. Essentially, it combines psychology and safety science to improve safety culture through targeted behavioral interventions.