Modern challenges in health and safety at construction industry

Abstract

A part of the research on the impact and interrelation between human factors and the safety of the working environment in the construction sector is presented. Labor in construction companies is often associated with a high risk of injury and, therefore, occupational safety is an important element of production efficiency in this area. The injured workers lost working days and financial costs affect the social and economic efficiency of the construction industry. Statistics indicate that occupational health and safety for modern research are current issues. Economic reforms in Uzbekistan envisage the creation of favourable and safe working conditions. From this point of view, ILO standards (Health & Safety) are really relevant for research and implementation in the construction industry of Uzbekistan. The purpose of this article is to analyze the implementation of best practices in the construction industry of Uzbekistan.

Evaluation of Health and Safety Status of Public and Private Building Construction Projects in Pokhara

“…Enhancing H&S at construction sites necessitates improvements in policy frameworks and monitoring systems [7]. Given the high injury risk in construction, occupational safety becomes crucial for production efficiency, as injured workers lead to lost workdays and increased financial costs, impacting the industry's social and economic efficiency [8]. The construction sector exhibits a higher risk of occupational injury and accidents, primarily due to low awareness and limited safety practices [9].…”

“…Labor in construction is inherently associated with a heightened risk of injuries, leading to substantial financial costs and lost working days. Recent statistics underscore the pressing need to address safety issues in construction, emphasizing its social and economic impact [8]. PPE is recognized as crucial for accident prevention [18], but a crucial concern is the lack of awareness and knowledge among construction workers regarding its correct usage [19].…”