A STUDY ON THE INCIDENCE OF INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS IN NIGERIA

ABSTRACT: The present study focused on conducting an analysis of the rate of industrial accidents, with Emenite Limited in Enugu, Enugu State serving as the selected case study. The primary objective of this study was to investigate the diverse factors contributing to industrial accidents. Additionally, it sought to determine the impact of industrial accidents on the individuals affected, as well as on the managerial personnel and the overall organisation. Furthermore, the study aimed to analyse and document the occurrence of industrial accidents within Emenite Limited over a span of ten years, specifically from 1995 to 2004. The research study utilised a survey-based descriptive research design. A total of 150 survey replies were verified for validity.  Based on the collected and evaluated responses, the findings indicate that industrial accidents have varying impacts on the victim, the management, and the firm. Moreover, notable distinctions exist among different types of workplace accidents within Emenite Limited. The study suggests that it is advisable for manufacturing enterprises to make efforts to ensure the provision of essential safety procedures and equipment in order to protect their personnel. This will serve as a source of motivation for individuals to perform their tasks efficiently, while also considering their own safety. Moreover, it is imperative for Emenite Limited to acknowledge the diverse manifestations of industrial accidents that occurred inside their organisation and thoroughly analyse the recurring incidents. Subsequently, appropriate steps should be implemented to mitigate the likelihood of their recurrence within the company.