EFFECT OF SAFETY AND WELFARE MEASURES ON QUALITY OF WORK LIFE AMONG TAMIL NADU CHEMICAL INDUSTRY EMPLOYEES: A STUDY

Abstract

The significance of human resources in the success of an organization cannot be overstated. In today’s competitive scenario, business organizations need to provide their employees with proper welfare and safety measures and ensure they are not exposed to risks that negatively affect their physical, emotional, and mental health. These measures lead to satisfaction among employees towards the organization, which results in improved quality of work life. Quality of work life plays a significant role in the economic and social welfare of employees, beyond just their role in the industry. The basic purpose of employee welfare and safety measures is to enrich the lives of employees and keep them motivated and satisfied.

This study was undertaken in a few chemical companies in Tamil Nadu to identify the various employee welfare activities and safety measures practiced and their effect on the quality of work life of the employees.