CONSTRUCTION SAFETY MANAGEMENT.pptx

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

CONSTRUCTION SAFETY MANAGEMENT

SUBMITTED BY: B.ANNA DIVYA SHREE 10061AA006 CH.S.S.V.L.HANISHA 10061AA012 P.VINEETHA 10061AA039

IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY

Safety in construction is a prime requisite but it is often neglected on work site.

With the advancement of construction technology the need for proper attention to safety aspects has become more essentials for human, economic and other considerations.

The wide range of construction and building activities involving complex techniques have led to many new problems of safety.

IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY

Proper steps should be taken to improve safety on construction site so that loss of limb and life, suffering and damage resulting from avoidable accidents is prevented.

Promotion of safety measures at site will result in a better work environment, higher productivity and greater contentment among workers.

IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY

Most of the accidents in construction industry happen due to lack of proper education and training in regard to safety measures and also because of negligence and ignorance on the part of either the worker or management or both.

It is a well known fact that the construction industry in india employs more labour than any other industry.

IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY

The construction industry is also one of the least organised and as a result there is scope for the exploitation of labour.

In a country like India, safety is very important because of lack of social security to the family left behind. Thus, it becomes necessary to consider certain safety measures to prevent accidents.

SAFETY MEASURES

Prevention of accidents is a major aim of construction management, both for human and financial considerations.

Whatever the nature of construction projects ,accidents are likely to occur causing physical injury, casualties and loss of money.

In order to prevent accidents at construction site, certain safety measures are to be taken in the following major activities prove to risks of accidents.

SAFETY MEASURES

EXCAVATION DRILLING AND BLASTING HOT BITUMINOUS WORKS SCAFFOLDING,LADDERS,FORM-

WORK AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FABRICATION AND ERECTION STORAGE DEMOLITION

EXCAVATION [IS:3764-1966]

Heavy equipment, such as excavating machinery, tracks, dumpers etc., should be kept away from the excavated sides at a distance not less than the depth of the trench or atleast 6m for trenches deeper than 6m.

In all works,an experienced and competent supervisor should look after the excavation work.

He should have authority to enforce safety rules and prevent the use of defective or unsafe appliances.

DRILLING AND BLASTING[IS:4081-1967] Vehicles to be used for transporting

explosives should be in good condition with tight wooden or non-sparkling metal floor and sides.

Explosives and fuse lighters should not be stored in a damp or wet place or near oil, gas or steam pipes or other sources of heat.

Any package containing explosives should not be dragged,dropped or handled roughly.

HOT BITUMINOUS WORKS [IS:5916-1970] Compressors,electrical installations

and other equipment such as elevators and conveyors should adequately protected from weather, mechanical damage and dust particles.

When heating and handling of hot bituminous materials is to be done in the open,sufficient stocks of clean dry sand or loose earth should be kept ready at the work site to cope with any resultant fire.

FABRICATION AND ERECTION

Worker engaged in erection work should wear helmets and use safety belts to avoid accidents.

Workers engaged in gas cutting and welding operations should wear suitable gloves, aprons, goggles and use proper screens.

Power cables for all equipment should be properly insulated and protected from damage and cuts.

STORAGE

Petroleum products should be separately stored.

Smoking and open fires should be strictly prohibited where these products are stored.

Only required quantities of such products should be stored at site.

Adequate fire fighting arrangements should be provided at a site particularly in areas where – petroleum products and timber are stored.

DEMOLITION [IS:4130- 1976] During night time, red coloured

lights should be placed around the barricades and entry of unauthorised persons restricted.

On every demolition work,danger signs should be provided at the structure and doors giving access to the structure.

Barricades should be erected around the structure and atleast two shall be provided for the escape of workmen during an emergency.

CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS

CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS

What is an accident ?

An unwanted, unplanned event that causes injuries, illnesses, or property damage.What is an incident ?

An unwanted, unplanned event that almost causes injuries, illnesses, or property damage.

Accidents occur for many reasons. In most industries people tend to look for "things" to blame when an accident happens, because it's easier than looking for "causes," such as those listed below. Consider the underlying accident causes.

Have you been guilty of any of these attitudes or behaviors?

If so, you may have not been injured-but next

time you may not be so lucky.

TAKING SHORTCUTS

Every day we make decisions we hope will make the job faster and more efficient.

Time savers ever risk own safety, or that of other crew members.

Shortcuts that reduce safety on the job are not shortcuts, but an increased chance to be injured.

BEING OVER-CONFIDENT

Confidence is a good thing. Overconfidence is too much of a good thing. "It'll never happen to me" is an attitude that can lead to improper procedures, tools, or methods in your work. Any of these can lead to an injury.

STARTING A TASK WITH INCOMPLETE

INSTRUCTIONS To do the job safely and right the first

time you need complete information. Have you ever seen a worker sent to do a job, having been given only a part of the job's instructions? Don't be shy about asking for explanations about work procedures and safety precautions. It isn't dumb to ask questions; it's dumb not to.

POOR HOUSEKEEPING

When clients, managers or safety professionals walk through your work site, housekeeping is an accurate indicator of everyone's attitude about quality, production and safety. Poor housekeeping creates hazards of all types. A well maintained area sets a standard for others to follow. Good housekeeping involves both pride and safety.

IGNORING SAFETY PROCEDURES

Purposely failing to observe safety procedures can endanger you and your co-workers. You are being paid to follow the company safety policies-not to make your own rules.

Being "casual" about safety can lead to a casualty!

MENTAL DISTRACTIONS FROM WORK

Having a bad day at home and worrying about it at work is a hazardous combination. Dropping your 'mental' guard can pull your focus away from safe work procedures. You can also be distracted when you're busy working and a friend comes by to talk while you are trying to work. Don't become a statistic because you took your eyes off the machine "just for a minute."

FAILURE TO PRE-PLAN THE WORK

Being hasty in starting a task or not thinking through the process can put you in harms way. Instead, Plan Your Work and then Work Your Plan!

SAFETY BENEFITS FOR EMPLOYEES IN

CONSTRUCTION SITE

WHY BE CONCERNED WITH SAFETY?

Safety is good business– Right thing to do…

– Employee morale / protection of most valuable resource

– Control costs (direct and indirect) – Safety and health excellence correlates with business excellence (quality, efficiency, profitability)

SAFETY IN THE VALUE CHAIN

– Safety and Health issues must be managed throughout the product life-cycle.

– The return on investment for Safety & Health decisions is greatest when the decisions are made early in the life-cycle.

SAFETY EXCELLENCE MODEL requires…

Management Commitment

Systems

Safety and HealthSite Leadership

Employee Involvement

WAYS TO INVOLVE EMPLOYEES…

– Regular communication with employees on the subject of safety, risk, and hazards

– Provide access to information – Provide ways to participate in the

program– e.g., worksite self inspections, safety

and health annual evaluation process, incident investigation

– Provide ways to report hazards, injuries and make recommendations to control hazards

SAFETY AND HEALTH SITE LEADERSHIP

KEY CRITERIA– Multiple Roles

– Leader, Facilitator, Internal Consultant, and Change Agent

– Partner with Management– Placement and Organizational

Structure– Authority and Responsibility to

act when needed– Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

– Technical expertise– People skills

SAFETY’S ROLE IN BUSINESS FUNCTIONS

FINANCE / ACCOUNTING

OPERATIONS

SAFETY and

HEALTH

STRATEGY

MANAGEMENT / ORGANIZATIONAL

BEHAVIOR

MARKETING / RISK

COMMUNICATION

The Center for Business and Public Policy at Georgetown University

CASE STUDIES

– Review the impact of safety programs on the “bottom line” in several industries:– Construction– Foundry– Healthcare (Nursing Homes)– Auto Parts Manufacturing– Insurance– Pharmaceutical

STADIUM CONSTRUCTION CASE STUDIES

A number of stadiums were built in the past few years in Region 5.

MILLER PARK STADIUM

July 1999 crane collapse caused the deaths of 3 construction workers.

Hours before collapse of “Big Blue”

After collapse of “Big Blue”

THE DESTRUCTION WAS EXTENSIVE

It is not just in the USA

19 workers died building the Olympic Facilities in Athens for the 2004 Summer Games.

SOLDIER FIELD

RESULTS

The Days away from work cases were at 1.7 per 100 person years, the national average was 3.4.

This partnership has demonstrated the cooperative effort that can exist between labor unions, construction management, state consultation, insurance carriers/brokers and OSHA.

SAFETY IS NOT AN EXPENSE --

IT IS AN INVESTMENT

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