Introduction Peer reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the integrity, quality, and relevance of academic research published in the Journal of Occupational Health, Risk Management and Safety (JOHRMS). These guidelines are intended to help reviewers deliver constructive, ethical, and timely feedback to authors and editors.

Role of Reviewers As a reviewer for JOHRMS, you are expected to:

- Evaluate the quality, originality, clarity, and contribution of the manuscript.

- Provide honest and constructive feedback to help authors improve their work.

- Assist the editorial team in making informed publication decisions.

- Uphold the confidentiality and ethical standards of the peer-review process.

Criteria for Manuscript Evaluation When reviewing a manuscript, consider the following:

- Originality and Contribution

- Is the research novel and relevant to the field of occupational health, risk management, or safety?

- Does it add significant value to existing literature?

- Structure and Clarity

- Is the manuscript logically organized?

- Are the objectives, methods, results, and conclusions clearly presented?

Methodological Soundness

- Are the methods appropriate and well-explained?

- Is the data analysis robust and accurate?

Literature and References

- Are relevant and up-to-date sources cited?

- Are references properly formatted?

Ethical Compliance

- Has the study received appropriate ethical approval?

- Are there any ethical concerns (e.g., plagiarism, conflict of interest)?

Confidentiality and Conduct

- Do not share or discuss the manuscript with anyone outside the review process.

- Report any potential conflicts of interest to the editorial team.

- Refrain from using the manuscript content for personal or professional advantage.

- Avoid personal criticism; focus on the work, not the author.

Recommendations

Your final recommendation should fall into one of the following categories:

- Accept without revisions

- Accept with minor revisions

- Accept with major revisions

- Reject

Please justify your decision clearly and provide actionable suggestions for improvement where needed.

Review Format and Timeline Use the JOHRMS Reviewer Evaluation Form to structure your review.

Submit your review within 2–3 weeks of receiving the manuscript.

If more time is needed, promptly notify the editorial office.

Reviewer Recognition

JOHRMS values its reviewers and may:

- Acknowledge outstanding reviewers annually.

- Provide official certificates of review upon request.

- Offer fast-track consideration for your own submissions as a token of appreciation.