Factors Affecting the Safety Management Practices of Road Construction in the Sidama Region Road Administration

The focus of this research is on the importance of road construction projects for sustainable economic development in the Sidama region. The aim is to study the safety management practices and challenges faced by the Sidama Region Road Administration Bureau in road construction. The study adopts a descriptive design and utilizes both quantitative and qualitative research approaches. A sample of 178 participants is selected using simple random sampling, and primary data is collected through a structured questionnaire and interviews. Descriptive statistics analysis is conducted using SPSS version 21.0, and a multiple linear regression model is employed. The findings indicate that safety training, traffic management, equipment maintenance, personal protective equipment, and communication and coordination have a positive and significant relationship with the quality of road construction. These variables are statistically significant at a 1% level. The researchers recommend proper planning, adequate investment, a skilled workforce, adherence to standards, and effective quality control measures throughout the construction process for the Sidama Road Administration Bureau.