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Abdel-Wahab, M S, Dainty, A R J, Ison, S G, Bowen, P and Hazlehurst, G (2008) Trends of skills and productivity in the UK construction industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 15(04), 372–82.

Cooke, T, Lingard, H, Blismas, N and Stranieri, A (2008) ToolSHeDUPTM/UP: The development and evaluation of a decision support tool for health and safety in construction design. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 15(04), 336–51.

Edwards, D J and Holt, G D (2008) Health and safety issues relating to construction excavators and their attachments. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 15(04), 321–35.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: health and safety; machine tools; mechanical engineering
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/mcb/286/2008/00000015/00000004/art00002
  • Abstract:
    Purpose - In striving to minimise downtime and optimise the productivity of construction excavators, very often, they employ a "quick-hitch" (Qh) as a means of changing attachments (like buckets) more quickly. Health and safety issues can relate to Qh use. The purpose of this paper is to observe these health and safety issues and consider their implications for stakeholders. Design/methodology/approach - Triangulation, embracing a literature review; case studies; and the researchers' experiential knowledge, is employed to examine the nature and prevalence of Qh health and safety incidents. Findings - It is confirmed that significant risks are associated with (inappropriate) Qh use, especially relating to "manual" and "semi-automatic" types. The main causes of Qh incidents are observed to be due to workers' acts or omissions, particularly, failure to properly implement safety mechanisms. Practical implications - An identified emphasis on "people" and their actions, suggest a need for changes in construction working methods and management practice, as ways to help remove Qh risks. Accordingly, proffered solutions relate predominantly to improved worker training, combined with stricter site management. Mechanical solutions may involve possible changes to Qh design. Originality/value - This specific area of academic plant management study is novel.

Phillips, S, Martin, J, Dainty, A and Price, A (2008) Analysis of the quality attributes used in establishing best value tenders in the UK social housing sector. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 15(04), 307–20.

rgensen, B and Emmitt, S (2008) Lost in transition: the transfer of lean manufacturing to construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 15(04), 383–98.

Toor, S-u-R and Ofori, G (2008) Taking leadership research into future: A review of empirical studies and new directions for research. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 15(04), 352–71.