Assessment of benefits and risks of outsourcing environmental, health and safety management services by organizations in Nairobi, Kenya

Abstract

The research assessed the benefits and risks of outsourcing Environmental, Health and Safety management services in selected organizations in Nairobi. The research used descriptive research design. Sampling technique was random with a sample size of 42 workplaces. Primary data was collected through questionnaires and interview while secondary data was collected from review of relevant literature. Data analysis was done using Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS)data analysis software. OLS regression was used to test the hypothesis. Data was presented by means of text, tables, bar graphs and pie charts. The study found that the risks of outsourcing EHS management services were more than the benefits. The study found that the main risk associated with outsourcing EHS management services was overdependence on EHS management consultants while the main benefit was improved compliance with EHS regulations. The study recommends that organisations should be careful before deciding to outsource EHS management. Further research is needed on how to manage the risks associated with outsourcing EHS management services.