Abstract

Purpose: This study examines the factors influencing the workplace application of periodic occupational safety and health education for supervisors, focusing on individual characteristics (self-efficacy, learning motivation, transfer motivation) and program factors (instructor competence, training environment). The research aims to identify key variables that enhance the effectiveness of mandatory supervisor education and provide practical implications for improving educational outcomes. Research Design, Data and Methodology: A survey was conducted with 310 supervisors across various industries in Korea who completed periodic occupational safety and health education. The study utilized a structured questionnaire based on validated measurement tools from previous research. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 24.0, employing descriptive statistics, factor analysis, reliability tests, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis. Results: The workplace application level of supervisor education was relatively high (M=4.12). Multiple regression analysis revealed that transfer motivation (β=.381, p<.001), instructor competence (β=.260, p<.001), and training environment (β=.190, p<.01) significantly predicted workplace application, explaining 54% of the variance (R²=.543). However, self-efficacy and learning motivation did not show significant effects on workplace application. Conclusions: The study confirms that enhancing transfer motivation, ensuring instructor quality, and improving training environments are essential for maximizing the effectiveness of supervisor education. The findings suggest that educational programs should prioritize practical applicability and create motivational learning environments to improve workplace transfer of safety knowledge and skills.