Perspective Chapter: Recent Advancements in the Management of Construction Risks

Abstract

The UK zero-harm agenda’s catchphrase, “One Death is Too Many,” demonstrates that no accident on construction sites is acceptable. Risks associated with construction can be reduced by combining cultural, social, and technological factors. While much work has been done from social and cultural perspectives, the technological aspect, particularly the use of digital technologies, has been minimal. To address this, it is necessary to investigate how social-technical systems interact and their effects on risks on construction sites. Although evidence indicates that effective digitization is required to achieve the zero-harm target and best practices on construction sites, current approaches focus on the socio-cultural aspect of risk management. In order to enforce risk management on construction sites, this paper addresses the digital visualisation of risk management by identifying risks and unsafe site practices. It suggests new approaches for utilising contemporary technologies to reduce risks on construction sites.