Evaluation of the Employee Health and Safety Practices: Case Study on Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka

Abstract

The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka is a popular tourist destination that focuses on the care, rehabilitation, and protection of orphaned, abandoned, and injured elephants. It maintains a safe habitat and is about elephant conservation. As an outstanding institution in the ever-evolving tourism industry, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage poses health and safety risks. Even at present, fatal employee accidents are continually reported. Further research is needed to understand employee accidents at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to the world's largest herd of elephants. To explore the issues impacting employee health and safety, and factors contributing to employee health and safety as well as Training and development practices that contribute to employee health and safety in the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka through Cross-sectional studies and interviews. This research investigates the employee health and safety of the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka using a case study qualitative research design. The study used a Simple Random sampling technique to select participants with direct experience and knowledge about health and safety practices. Primary data was collected through interviews and call recordings, while secondary data was analyzed using literature and organizational reports. Thematic analysis was used to identify patterns, narrow down the comprehensive transcriptions, and provide a nuanced understanding of the participants' experiences. Ethical considerations were taken into account, with informed consent obtained and confidentiality maintained. The Thematic analysis found four main themes of health and safety practices as findings. They are Health Monitoring and safety protocols, Occupational Hazards & Risk Management, Motivation & Support, and Employee Condition Maintenance. The analysis provided a full understanding of how they affect employee health and safety. Finally, according to research exploration these main themes as analysis findings crucially impact employee health and safety variable. The research helps improve employee training & development, strength of mental & physical health, stronger safety measures, health and safety standards, and risk & hazard management, highlighting the importance of proactive management in ensuring entire employees well-being