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Chan, W, Chua, D K H and Kannan, G (1996) Construction Resource Scheduling with Genetic Algorithms . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 125–32.

Dozzi, S P, AbouRizk, S M and Schroeder, S L (1996) Utility-Theory Model for Bid Markup Decisions . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 119–24.

Elazouni, A M and Basha, I M (1996) Evaluating the Performance of Construction Equipment Operators in Egypt . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 109–14.

  • Type: Journal Article
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  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1996)122:2(109)
  • Abstract:
    Problems in operating construction equipment in Egypt were perceived as resulting in low productivity. Productivity was considered in this study as a measurement dimension that sufficiently describes operator's performance. The objectives of this study are to provide an analytical approach for identifying causes of productivity loss and evaluating their effects, and to evaluate the performance of equipment operators. The performance ability ratio (PAR) compares the actual productivity against the estimated productivity to demonstrate the amount of loss of productivity and, thus, judge the level of operator productivity. The study was conducted at 11 jobs concerning 11 pieces of earthmoving equipment: three bulldozers, three elevating scrapers, three off-highway trucks, and two hydraulic backhoe excavators. The analysis led to basic conclusions concerning the amount of downtime and its variation according to equipment type, and the average PAR values for operators of the four types of equipment.

Everett, J G and Frank, P B (1996) Costs of Accidents and Injuries to the Construction Industry . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 158–64.

Everett, J G and Saito, H (1996) Construction Automation: Demands and Satisfiers in the United States and Japan . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 147–51.

Farmer, I W (1996) Performance of Chain Trenchers in Mixed Ground . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 115–8.

Hinze, J and Bren, D (1996) Analysis of Fatalities and Injuries Due to Powerline Contacts . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 177–82.

Hinze, J and Nelson, A (1996) Enhancing Performance of Soundless Chemical Demolition Agents . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 193–5.

Navon, R, Rubinovitz, Y and Coffler, M (1996) Fully Automated Rebar CAD/CAM System: Economic Evaluation and Field Implementation . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 101–8.

Paek, J H and Ock, J H (1996) Innovative Building Construction Technique: Modified Up/Down Method . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 141–6.

Pocock, J B, Hyun, C T, Liu, L Y and Kim, M K (1996) Relationship between Project Interaction and Performance Indicators . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 165–76.

Russell, J S and Zhai, H (1996) Predicting Contractor Failure Using Stochastic Dynamics of Economic and Financial Variables . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 183–91.

Warszawski, A (1996) Strategic Planning in Construction Companies . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 133–40.

Wolters, R S and Burleson, R C (1996) Merit Shop Recruitment and Selection Practices in Alabama . Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 122(02), 152–7.