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Abbasianjahromi, H, Shadhy, V P and Beykian, A (2021) Developing a smart helmet based on the internet of things to manage hearing problems in the construction projects. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 231-50.

Adade-Boateng, A O, Fugar, F and Adinyira, E (2021) Framework to improve the attitudes of construction workers towards safety helmets. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 65-86.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: behaviour modification; Construction workers; Discomfort; personal protective equipment; procurement; questionnaire survey; interviews
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  • URL: https://doi.org/10.21315/jcdc2021.26.2.4
  • Abstract:

    Construction workers in various studies across the globe have indicated that there is some discomfort with the use of safety helmets, and that some workers do not use safety helmets as required, resulting in a compromise to their health and safety protection. This study investigates the processes involved in the selection and procurement of safety helmets for construction workers and assesses these efforts by interrogating the discomforts experienced by users in spite of these selection considerations. The study focuses on safety helmets used by construction workers, as this is a common form of personal protective equipment (PPE) usually given out on construction sites to prevent head injuries, which are among the severest forms of occupational accidents in the industry. Primary data were obtained through a questionnaire survey conducted with construction firms operating in Ghana and semi-structured interviews with construction workers. The findings from the study indicate that in spite of the purported considerations by construction firms in the selection and procurement of PPE, construction workers continually experience several discomforts with the use of safety helmets. The study proposes a Behaviour-Based Safety Intervention Framework to guide the selection and procurement of user-friendly PPE that improves the user experience of safety helmets.

Akeila, M, Preece, C and Kuok, K K K (2021) Evaluating the environmental performance of 3D printed shelters in Jordan. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 117-34.

Aliu, J, Aigbavboa, C and Wellington Didibhuku, T (2021) Driving the fourth industrial revolution initiative through university and industry collaborations. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 211-30.

Bapat, H, Debasis, S and Rajesh, G (2021) Selection of sustainable materials for energy savings of infrastructure-transportation project in Ahmedabad, India using BIM and FCM. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 135-61.

Kouch, K A, Panuwatwanich, K, Sancharoen, P and Sahachaisaree, P (2021) Development of augmented reality application for onsite inspection of expressway structures using Microsoft HoloLens. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 87-116.

Rafique, M Ahmed, S and Ismail, M (2021) Impact of safety climate on safety behaviour in construction projects: Mediating mechanism and interacting effect. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 163-81.

Saleh, N, Enshassi, A and Sundermeier, M (2021) Challenges hindering the resourcing for post-disaster housing reconstruction in Gaza. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 183-210.

Soemardi, B W, Kusuma, B, Pribadi, K S and Yuliar, S (2021) Technological capabilities of medium-sized contractors in Indonesia. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 1-15.

Tutesigensi, A, Kibwami, N and Matege, S B (2021) The status of value management practice on construction projects in Uganda and strategies for improvement. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 251-67.

Ullal, A and Tombesi, P (2021) Dimensions and correlates of development in construction. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 37-64.

Wong, C C, Faizul Azli, M-R and Loo, S C (2021) Enterprise risk management and risk culture in construction public listed companies. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), 17-36.