To support in addressing this issue, this work was planned with the aim to recommend strategies for curbing ineffective management of safety on construction sites.
The construction industry is inherently risky, with a substantial number of accidents. Moreover, most construction firms aim at completing projects on time, especially with different projects at hand thereby neglecting the safety aspect of the workers. In most Ghanaian construction companies, adequate concentration is not allocated to the areas of health and safety and this has been a great problem over the years in which Accra Metropolis is no exception.
In order to achieve the said aim, the objectives set up include; to identify the possible causes of accident as a result of ineffective management of safety, to determine the level of accidents caused by ineffective management of safety at the construction sites and to identify strategies to curb ineffective management of safety at the construction sites. Survey questionnaires were administrated to five major construction companies in the Greater Accra Region in which the data collected was also analyzed with the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) and the Relative Importance Index (RII) was also used in ranking. It was therefore revealed from the findings that poor planning at site, unsafe working conditions with others are some of the major causes of accident at site. In addition, falling victims were identified as the most serious level of accident on site. Construction companies should consider the need for special training for workers and also to create a group of internal health and safety monitory experts were some of the recommendations made.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY
1.2 PROBLEM STATEMENT
1.3 RESEARCH QUESTIONS
1.4 THE AIM OF THE STUDY
1.5 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
1.6 JUSTIFICATION OF THE STUDY
1.7 THE SCOPE OF THE STUDY
2. LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
2.2 HEALTH AND SAFETY
2.3 APPLICABLE HEALTH AND SAFETY LAWS TO CONSTRUCTION
2.3.2 The Labour Act
2.3.3 The Workmen’s Compensation Law in Health and Safety
2.4 INEFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF SAFETY ON THE CONSTRUCTION SITES
2.5 CAUSES OF POOR SAFETY IN THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
2.5.1 Reasons for the poor record
2.6 ACCIDENTS IN CONSTRUCTION
2.6.1 Causes and types of Accidents on Construction project site
2.7 STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING CONSTRUCTION SAFETY
2.8 CAUTIONARY MEASURES
2.9 CONSTRUCTION PARTIES RESPONSIBILITIES IN SAFETY
2.9.1 Safety duties of government agencies:
2.9.2 Safety duties of employer:
2.9.3 Safety duties of the Contractor
2.9.4 Duties of employees on safety
2.10 COST OF ACCIDENTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
2.11 QUANTIFICATION OF COST
3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 THE STUDY AREA
3.3 RESEARCH DESIGN
3.3.1 Sampling and Sampling Techniques
3.5 RESEARCH INSTRUMENT
3.6 DATA COLLECTION
3.6.1 Identifying the possible causes of accidents as a result of ineffective management of safety at the construction sites
3.6.2 Determining the level of accidents caused by ineffective management of safety at the construction site.
3.6.3 Identifying strategies for curbing ineffective management of safety at the construction sites
3.7 DATA ANALYSIS METHOD
4. DATA ANALYSIS, RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
4.1. INTRODUCTION
4.2. DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS OF RESPONDENTS
4.2.1. Gender
4.2.2. Educational Level
4.2.3. Number of years of experience in constructional practices
4.3. CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS AT CONSTRUCTION SITES
Poor planning at site
4.4 LEVELS OF ACCIDENTS ON THE CONSTRUCTION SITE
4.5 STRATEGIES FOR CURBING INEFFECTIVE SAFETY MANAGEMENT
5. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 ACHIEVEMENT OF THE RESEARCH OBJECTIVES
5.3 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
5.4 CONCLUSION
5.5 RECOMMENDATIONS
5.6 PROSPECTIVE RESEARCH
Research Objectives and Core Themes
This study aims to examine the factors contributing to the ineffective management of safety on construction sites and to propose actionable strategies to mitigate these risks. By analyzing current practices in the Greater Accra Region, the research seeks to improve health and safety outcomes, reduce accident rates, and enhance the overall efficiency of construction operations through better planning and management.
- Identification of primary causes of construction site accidents.
- Assessment of the severity levels of common construction accidents.
- Evaluation of existing safety management frameworks and their limitations.
- Development of strategic recommendations for improved safety compliance and management.
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2.5 CAUSES OF POOR SAFETY IN THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety (NIOSA), (2009) the nature of constructing work has a high status of safety incidents and this may include many built in hazardous works and conditions. The following are the different reasons for the poor safety records in the construction industry:
A. Nature of the Site and Project
i) Conditions at site
a) Slope and Nature of site: If the nature of the site is of an uneven surface, it may have an effect the firmness of materials, workers and equipment during working times. (Ringen et al. 1995). Also the site with very steep slope and no precautions taken has the ability through its movement to cause accident.
b) Space Constraints: NIOSA, (2009) also stated that, sites with constrains have the attribute to cause accident and in cases of heavy materials and equipment been conveyed from one place of the site to the other and in addition to worker traffic in construction It stated further that confined spaces present hazardous working conditions.
c) Soil State: soil states / conditions differ from site to site. Poor soil conditions affect the stability of equipment, materials. Levitt and Samelson (1993). They explained further that, soil with poor conditions require an extensive site engineering activities.
d) Temporary duration of site: Levitt and Samelson, (1993), Reese and Eidson, (1999) argued that the temporal duration of work on site makes it difficult to set up an effective lasting strategy for safety on site.
Summary of Chapters
INTRODUCTION: Provides the background of the study, the problem statement regarding high accident rates in the construction industry, and the research objectives.
LITERATURE REVIEW: Examines existing literature on health and safety, relevant legislation, and the factors causing poor safety performance in the construction sector.
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: Details the research design, specifically the use of quantitative methods, sampling techniques, and data collection procedures used for the study.
DATA ANALYSIS, RESULTS AND DISCUSSION: Analyzes the collected field data regarding demographic profiles, causes of accidents, and the effectiveness of current safety strategies.
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Synthesizes the research findings, offers conclusions on the current safety management state, and provides practical recommendations for improvement.
Keywords
Construction, Health and Safety, Accident, Risk Management, Greater Accra Region, Safety Planning, Site Management, PPE, Labour, Construction Industry, Workplace Hazards, Safety Regulations, Construction Sites, Preventive Systems, Employee Training.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The research focuses on identifying and curbing the ineffective management of health and safety protocols on construction sites in the Greater Accra Region.
What are the primary areas covered in this study?
The study covers accident causes, the severity of accidents on sites, current safety legislation, and the effectiveness of various management strategies.
What is the main objective of the thesis?
The primary goal is to recommend practical strategies for construction companies to effectively manage safety and reduce accident-related incidents.
What scientific methodology was applied?
The researcher employed a quantitative research design, using questionnaires distributed to experts at five major construction sites to collect empirical data, which was then analyzed using SPSS and the Relative Importance Index (RII).
What does the main body of the work address?
The main body examines causes of accidents (such as poor planning and site conditions), levels of accidents (such as falling victims), and management strategies (such as emergency planning and training).
Which keywords characterize this work?
Key terms include construction safety, accident mitigation, risk management, health and safety legislation, and safety performance assessment.
What did the findings reveal regarding site safety?
The study revealed that poor planning and unsafe working conditions are major contributors to accidents, and that management often prioritizes project completion over safety, leading to ineffective implementation of safety protocols.
What recommendation does the author make for improving safety records?
The author recommends the adoption of all-inclusive safety programs, mandatory periodic staff training, updated safety record-keeping, and strict enforcement of safety monitoring on all construction sites.
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- Fredrick Ahenkora Boamah (Autor:in), 2016, Strategies for Curbing Ineffective Management of Safety on Construction Sites. A Case Study in the Greater Accra Region, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/355093
