Improving Workplace Safety in Healthcare: An Analysis of Lost Time Injuries in a Tertiary Institution

This study examined the causes, patterns, and consequences of lost time injuries (LTIs) among healthcare workers in a tertiary care institution in Kuala Lumpur. A quantitative cross-sectional design was used, and data were collected from 274 respondents through a structured online questionnaire. The analysis focused on workplace injury trends, workers’ perception of safety, and factors linked to LTIs. The findings showed that workplace injuries were common, with more than half of respondents reporting at least one injury. Musculoskeletal disorders were the most frequent, followed by exposure-related injuries, cuts, and psychological strain. Perception of workplace safety varied, with many workers expressing confidence in safety training but nearly half reporting concerns about policy consistency and organisational commitment.

Lost time injury, healthcare workers, workplace safety, Musculoskeletal disorders

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