The influence of domino theories in preventing construction accidents / Muhammad Afiq Rahiman and Noor Aisyah Asyikin Mahat

Rahiman, Muhammad Afiq and Mahat, Noor Aisyah Asyikin (2018) The influence of domino theories in preventing construction accidents / Muhammad Afiq Rahiman and Noor Aisyah Asyikin Mahat. In: 3rd Undergraduate Seminar on Built Environment and Technology 2018 (USBET2018), September 2018, Universiti Teknologi Mara Perak Branch.

Abstract

Accident causation is a complex issue, as there are usually several contributing factors that are the root causes of accidents on sites. There are many available theories on the accident causation, and the most influential theories are the Dominos Theories which has been applied and adapted worldwide until today. Although some causes of accidents are known, the underlying factors that bring about accidents are not yet well understood. This research aims to create proactive measure for accident prevention in Malaysian
construction industry. Henceforth, the objectives of the research are to investigate the root cause of accidents and to relate the key elements from the Domino theories that influence the accident causation. This research adopted quantitative approach of research methodology. Fifty (50) sets of questionnaires survey are distributed among the Grade G7 CIDB Registered building contractors. The findings highlight
the key factors contributing to accident and the crucial attributes from Dominos Theories that relate to safety precaution in construction environment. Critical contribution factor of accident are identified such as human element, unsafe equipment and the job site condition. Factors preventing from accident also has been identified such as enforcement, training & education, involvement of management and safety awareness and promotion. Strategies on hazard prevention and the awareness of safety in construction could actually spur economy in construction as well as to make construction more productive. Ultimately,
it will result in the formulation of preventive health and safety policies that can assist industry to reduce accident occurrence on construction sites.

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Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
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Rahiman, Muhammad Afiq
afiq7195@gmail.com
Mahat, Noor Aisyah Asyikin
nooraisyahasyikin@yahoo.com
Subjects: T Technology > TH Building construction > Systems of building construction. Industrialized building
T Technology > TH Building construction > Systems of building construction. Industrialized building > Malaysia
T Technology > TH Building construction > Management of the construction site. Superintendence of building construction
T Technology > TH Building construction > Architectural engineering. Structural engineering of buildings
T Technology > TH Building construction > Architectural engineering. Structural engineering of buildings > Sustainable buildings. Sustainable construction
Divisions: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak > Seri Iskandar Campus
Event Title: 3rd Undergraduate Seminar on Built Environment and Technology 2018 (USBET2018)
Event Dates: September 2018
Page Range: pp. 302-307
Keywords: Accident; Construction Accident; Domino Theory; Safety
Date: 2018
URI: https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/46755
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