The purpose of this research is to perform a thorough analysis of the literature in order to obtain a better understanding of the term known as safety behaviours in high-rise building. Additionally, factors influencing the safety behaviour of employees in the construction of a high-rise building are also analysed. To achieve this goal, the three objectives outlined are to:
a) Determine proper conduct between management commitment, safety awareness training, PPE and employees’ safety behaviour in the construction of high rise building.
b) Identify the most influential factor among management commitment, safety awareness training and PPE that affect employees' safety behaviour in the construction of high-rise building.
c) Discover level of management commitment, safety awareness training and PPE in enhancing employees' safety behaviour in the construction of high-rise building.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Research Background
1.2 Problem Statement
1.3 Research Objectives
1.4 Research Questions
1.5 Research Hypothesis
1.6 Significance of the study
1.7 Definition of Terms
1.7.1 Safety Behaviour
1.7.2 High Rise building
1.7.3 Management Commitment
1.7.4 Safety Awareness Training
1.7.5 Personal Protective Equipment
1.8 Summary
2. Literature Review
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Management Commitment and Safety Behaviour
2.2.1 Safety Awareness
2.2.2 Management’s Attitude
2.2.3 Safety Policy, Rules, Program and Review
2.3 Safety Awareness Training and Safety Behaviour
2.4 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) And Safety behaviour
2.5 Conceptual Framework
2.6 Theoretical Framework
2.7 Summary
3. Methodology
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Research Design
3.3 Population
3.4 Sampling
3.4.1 Sampling Method
3.4.2 Sample Size
3.5 Research Instrument
3.6 Validity and Reliability
3.6.1 Validity
3.6.2 Reliability
3.7 Data Collection Method
3.8 Data Analysis Method
3.9 Summary
4. Data Analysis and Results
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Demographic Statistical Analysis
4.2.1 Gender
4.2.2 Age
4.2.3 Marital Status
4.2.4 Education Level
4.2.5 Working Experience
4.3 Independent Variables Findings
4.3.1 Management Commitment
4.3.2 Safety Awareness Training
4.3.3 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
4.3.4 Safety Behaviour Awareness
4.4 Statistical Analysis
4.4.1 Reliability of Test
4.4.2 Validity of Test
4.4.2.1 Construct Validity
4.4.2.2 Face validity
4.4.2.3 Content validity
4.5 Testing of Research Objectives
4.5.1 Relationship between variables
4.5.2 Most Influential Factors in Enhancing Safety Behaviour
4.5.3 Importance of the Independent Variables
4.6 Summary
5. Discussion and Conclusion
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Summary of Main Findings
5.3 Discussion and Implications
5.4 Limitations of the Study
5.5 Direction for Future Research
5.6 Summary
Research Objectives and Key Themes
The primary aim of this research is to analyze the influence of management commitment, safety awareness training, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on the safety behavior of employees within the high-rise construction sector, specifically at TME Builders Sdn. Bhd., to foster a safer working environment.
- Analysis of factors affecting employee safety behavior in high-rise construction.
- Evaluation of the impact of management commitment on site safety performance.
- Assessment of the effectiveness of safety awareness training programs.
- Investigation of the role of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in preventing workplace incidents.
- Quantitative study of 100 employees using IBM SPSS to determine influential safety factors.
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1.1 Research Background
The Department of Workplace Safety and Health in Malaysia (DOSH, 2017) reported that the largest number of occupational injuries per sector in 2017 is in the construction of high-rise building, with 15 deaths out of 70 (as in May 2017). Large construction projects in Malaysia have been exposed to hazardous conditions that can cause accidents, thereby impacting the safety performance of construction projects.
The causes of the incidents were related to human behaviour, inadequate site environment, hazardous operating system, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and poor safety management procedures. It was also assumed that one of the causes of the increased number of accidents on construction sites was due to a lack of understanding among many parties, in particular the commitment of management to provide arrangements to ensure employees' safety, health and welfare. Therefore, offering training and robust safety programs that could continually enhance safety behaviour was essential for any employer to reduce possible hazards in the high-rise construction project. In order to lessen the workplace accidents and indirect impact of the consequences of the event before the injuries or accidents passed off protection, safety behaviour was the important thing to put in force it. If management commitment, training in safety awareness and the PPE had been properly aligned, designed and delivered on employees’ safety engagement and behaviour, the effects should have been huge.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: This chapter introduces the research background regarding safety issues in high-rise construction, states the problem, defines objectives, and provides conceptual definitions of key terms.
2. Literature Review: This chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of existing literature regarding the relationships between management commitment, safety awareness training, PPE, and employee safety behavior.
3. Methodology: This chapter outlines the descriptive research design, population sampling techniques, the questionnaire instrument used for data collection, and the statistical methods applied for analysis.
4. Data Analysis and Results: This chapter presents the statistical outcomes of the survey, including demographic analysis, independent variable findings, and the testing of research objectives using correlation and regression analysis.
5. Discussion and Conclusion: This chapter discusses the study's findings, highlights limitations, suggests directions for future research, and summarizes the practical implications for construction safety management.
Keywords
High-rise building, Construction safety, Safety behaviour, Management commitment, Safety awareness training, Personal Protective Equipment, PPE, Workplace hazards, Occupational health, Safety policy, Employee engagement, Incident prevention, Safety culture, Quantitative analysis, TME Builders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research study?
The research primarily focuses on identifying the key factors—specifically management commitment, safety awareness training, and PPE—that influence the safety behavior of construction workers in high-rise building projects.
What are the central thematic areas of the investigation?
The main themes involve the role of organizational leadership, the efficacy of safety education programs, the practical application of protective equipment, and the overall impact of these on employee compliance and site safety.
What is the primary research question being addressed?
The study aims to determine how management commitment, safety training, and PPE usage affect safety behavior and identify which of these factors has the most significant influence on improving safety outcomes in high-rise construction.
Which scientific methodology does the author employ?
The author uses a quantitative research approach, utilizing a survey questionnaire with a 5-point Likert scale to gather data from 100 employees, which is then analyzed using IBM SPSS software.
What is discussed in the main body of the work?
The main body covers a literature review of safety management practices, a detailed methodology for data collection and analysis, and a results section that evaluates demographics and the effectiveness of safety initiatives.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Key terms include high-rise construction, safety behavior, management commitment, safety awareness training, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
How does the study address the language barrier in the construction sector?
The study recognizes the language barrier for foreign workers and utilized a bilingual instrument (Bahasa Malaysia and English) and research assistants to facilitate the survey process.
What conclusions does the author draw regarding safety training?
The research concludes that safety awareness training is the most influential factor in enhancing safety behavior, significantly improving worker skills, work performance, and overall safety efficiency at the construction site.
What is the author's finding regarding management commitment?
While management commitment is essential, the study suggests that in the specific context of TME Builders, it did not have a strong independent influence on safety behavior compared to training, indicating room for improvement in visible commitment.
- Quote paper
- Subramaniam Ramasamy (Author), 2020, Factors Affecting Safety Behaviours of Construction Workers in Malaysia, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/978729
