The Influence of Risk Identification on Staff Performance in Kampala Metropolitan Police

Abstract

Risk identification is the basic stage in the risk management process and if correctly and regularly done, it ensures effective risk management in any given organization. This paper examined how operational risk identification influences staff performance of Kampala Metropolitan Police (KMP). The study majorly employed a quantitative approach using a cross sectional study design with some qualitative component. A sample size of 213 out of 275 was selected using different sampling techniques. Survey method was used to collect quantitative data whereas interviews and documentary analysis were used to collect qualitative data. A response rate of 69.4 % was registered with a total of 148 respondents participating in the study. Data was analyzed using different statistical techniques that mainly included descriptive and inferential statistics respectively. The results revealed a positive significant relationship between risk identification and staff performance. It was concluded that risk identification affects staff performance in Kampala Metropolitan Police (r=0.450 ρ=0.000). The study recommends that there is needed to develop a department to manage risks not only in Kampala Metropolitan Police but in the entire Uganda Police Force.