Analysis of Factors Related to Compliance Behavior of High-rise Building Construction Workers in Using Personal Protective Equipment

Abstract

The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays a crucial role in preventing workplace accidents, particularly in the high-risk construction sector. However, worker non-compliance is still common and contributes to the high accident rate. Individually, workers who do not use PPE correctly and consistently are more vulnerable to the risk of workplace accidents such as injuries, serious injuries, health problems due to exposure to hazardous materials, and even death (Hakim & Febriyanto, 2020). A preliminary study on the BRI Ragunan Information Technology (IT) Center development project, Package 2 in 2025, showed that some workers did not use PPE according to standards. This study aims to analyze factors related to PPE compliance among construction workers. The study design was quantitative with a cross-sectional approach, involving 68 respondents selected using Simple Random Sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using the Chi-square test. The results showed that knowledge (p=0.035), education level (p=0.013), and length of service (p=0.022) were associated with PPE compliance. Meanwhile, age (p=1.000), attitude (p=0.113), availability of PPE (p=0.288), and OHS supervision (p=1.000) did not show a significant relationship. This finding confirms that compliance is not only supported by regulations and facilities but is also influenced by individual understanding and awareness. Companies are advised to strengthen OHS education, mentor new workers, and enhance persuasive supervision strategies to build a culture of occupational safety.