Health and safety gateways for construction project planning
Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management
ISSN: 0969-9988
Article publication date: 24 February 2012
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to report on the findings from a research project, commissioned by the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE), investigating the integration of health and safety (H&S) with construction planning.
Design/methodology/approach
A combination of group and individual interviews were undertaken with qualitative methods of analysis to develop an integrated process model.
Findings
The model developed uses “Gateway” decision points, which allows flexibility and the early integration of H&S at a strategic level, although detailed planning is still required through the use of integrated management tools.
Practical implications
This study will help practitioners who wish to integrate CDM principles using a process model. It has also informed the HSE with policy decisions for their review of the Construction Design and Management Regulations 1994.
Originality/value
Previous research on construction H&S has tended to concentrate on site management. This study extends knowledge and understanding of how H&S can be integrated at the planning stage of projects.
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Citation
Hare, B. and Cameron, I. (2012), "Health and safety gateways for construction project planning", Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, Vol. 19 No. 2, pp. 192-204. https://doi.org/10.1108/09699981211206115
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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