All manuscripts submitted to CJOSH: Cakrawala Journal of Occupational Safety and Health undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality, originality, validity, and scholarly contribution of the published articles. The journal is committed to maintaining high academic standards through a fair, objective, and transparent review system.

Initial Editorial Screening

Upon submission, each manuscript is reviewed by the editorial team to assess its suitability with the journal’s focus and scope, compliance with author guidelines, originality, and overall academic quality. Manuscripts that do not meet the journal’s requirements may be returned to the authors for revision or rejected before proceeding to the peer-review stage.

Double-Blind Peer Review

Manuscripts that successfully pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field. The journal employs a Double-Blind Peer Review process, whereby the identities of both authors and reviewers are concealed to ensure an impartial and unbiased evaluation.

Review Criteria

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on the following criteria:

• Originality and novelty of the study.
• Relevance to the journal’s focus and scope.
• Significance and contribution to the field of Occupational Safety and Health.
• Clarity of research objectives and problem formulation.
• Appropriateness of research methodology.
• Quality and accuracy of data analysis.
• Validity of results and conclusions.
• Adequacy and relevance of references.
• Overall quality of writing and presentation.

Reviewers’ Recommendations

After completing the review, reviewers may recommend one of the following decisions:

• Accept without revisions.
• Accept with minor revisions.
• Accept with major revisions.
• Reject.

The editor considers all reviewers’ comments and recommendations before making a publication decision.

Revision Process

Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers’ and editors’ comments. Revised manuscripts should be resubmitted within the specified timeframe and accompanied by a response letter detailing how each comment has been addressed.

If necessary, revised manuscripts may be returned to the reviewers for further evaluation.

Final Decision

The final decision regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection of a manuscript is made by the Editor-in-Chief based on the reviewers’ evaluations, editorial considerations, and the journal’s publication standards.

Confidentiality

All manuscripts and review materials are treated as confidential documents. Reviewers and editors must not disclose, discuss, or use any information contained in submitted manuscripts for personal advantage or purposes unrelated to the review process.

Conflict of Interest

Reviewers must decline invitations to review manuscripts if any conflict of interest exists that could affect their objectivity. Editors will ensure that manuscripts are assigned to reviewers without potential conflicts of interest.

Commitment to Ethical Review

CJOSH: Cakrawala Journal of Occupational Safety and Health is committed to conducting a professional, ethical, and constructive peer-review process that supports academic excellence and contributes to the advancement of occupational safety and health research and practice.