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David Oloke - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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cost benefit analysis for Accident Prevention in construction projects
Journal of Construction Engineering and Management-asce, 2012Co-Authors: Elias Ikpe, Felix Hammon, David OlokeAbstract:AbstractConstruction is the most dangerous land-based work sector in Europe and the United States The cost of Accidents has received much attention in the recent past, and online interactive tools were developed to assess the cost of Accidents to organizations. Online tools and other sources of information on costs of Accidents in the construction industry were a useful development but failed to support the decision-making process in regard to construction health and safety measures. A cost-benefit analysis (CBA) methodology is presented that would enable contractors to assess the true cost of Accidents Prevention and the associated benefits of Accident Prevention as part of pre- and postcontract project evaluation. The research investigated the cost and benefit of Accident Prevention, with a view to drawing attention to the economic consequences of effective/ineffective management of health and safety by contractors. A quantitative research methodology was employed in investigating these costs and benefi...
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MODEL PREDICTING COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS (CBA) OF Accident Prevention ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
International Journal of Safety and Security Engineering, 2011Co-Authors: Elias Ikpe, Felix Hammond, David Proverbs, David OlokeAbstract:Health and safety issues are major concerns in the United Kingdom (UK) construction industry. Evidence suggests that research studies on construction health and safety management issues have yet to lead to a significant reduction in the number of Accidents. To tackle the causes of days lost through Accidents and to improve health and safety performance in the construction industry, the industry needs to understand the cost benefit analysis (CBA) of Accident Prevention. The paper reviewed the rate of Accidents in the UK construction industry and presents a model predicting CBA of Accident Prevention on construction projects. A quantitative method approach was used to collect data from health and safety managers in the UK construction industry for the survey. A total of 79 contractors (small, medium and large) participated in the questionnaire survey. A simple linear regression model was adopted to identify the effect of total costs of Accident Prevention on benefits of Accident Prevention. The result revealed that costs of Accident Prevention are significantly associated with benefits of Accident Prevention. The model predicted that the more the contractors spend on Accident Prevention the more the benefit of Accident Prevention they derived. This is part of a wider study to improve the management of health and safety and to propose a way forward for safer and healthier construction sites. Keywords Accident Prevention, construction projects, cost benefit analysis, health and safety Language: en
Elias Ikpe - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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cost benefit analysis for Accident Prevention in construction projects
Journal of Construction Engineering and Management-asce, 2012Co-Authors: Elias Ikpe, Felix Hammon, David OlokeAbstract:AbstractConstruction is the most dangerous land-based work sector in Europe and the United States The cost of Accidents has received much attention in the recent past, and online interactive tools were developed to assess the cost of Accidents to organizations. Online tools and other sources of information on costs of Accidents in the construction industry were a useful development but failed to support the decision-making process in regard to construction health and safety measures. A cost-benefit analysis (CBA) methodology is presented that would enable contractors to assess the true cost of Accidents Prevention and the associated benefits of Accident Prevention as part of pre- and postcontract project evaluation. The research investigated the cost and benefit of Accident Prevention, with a view to drawing attention to the economic consequences of effective/ineffective management of health and safety by contractors. A quantitative research methodology was employed in investigating these costs and benefi...
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MODEL PREDICTING COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS (CBA) OF Accident Prevention ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
International Journal of Safety and Security Engineering, 2011Co-Authors: Elias Ikpe, Felix Hammond, David Proverbs, David OlokeAbstract:Health and safety issues are major concerns in the United Kingdom (UK) construction industry. Evidence suggests that research studies on construction health and safety management issues have yet to lead to a significant reduction in the number of Accidents. To tackle the causes of days lost through Accidents and to improve health and safety performance in the construction industry, the industry needs to understand the cost benefit analysis (CBA) of Accident Prevention. The paper reviewed the rate of Accidents in the UK construction industry and presents a model predicting CBA of Accident Prevention on construction projects. A quantitative method approach was used to collect data from health and safety managers in the UK construction industry for the survey. A total of 79 contractors (small, medium and large) participated in the questionnaire survey. A simple linear regression model was adopted to identify the effect of total costs of Accident Prevention on benefits of Accident Prevention. The result revealed that costs of Accident Prevention are significantly associated with benefits of Accident Prevention. The model predicted that the more the contractors spend on Accident Prevention the more the benefit of Accident Prevention they derived. This is part of a wider study to improve the management of health and safety and to propose a way forward for safer and healthier construction sites. Keywords Accident Prevention, construction projects, cost benefit analysis, health and safety Language: en
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Construction Accident Prevention
2011Co-Authors: Elias Ikpe, Felix HammondAbstract:Shorttitle: The research investigated the net benefit of Accident Prevention and explored the relationship between preventative costs and benefits, with a view to drawing attention to the economic consequences of effective/ineffective management of health and safety by contractors in the UK construction industry. A quantitative research methodology was employed in investigating these costs and benefits within the UK construction industry. The relationships between these costs and benefits were examined. The costs of Accident Prevention were found to be positively and significantly (P < 0.005)associated with benefits of Accident Prevention. These associations were modelled using simple linear regression, and from these models it can be inferred from the results that the more contractors spend on Accident Prevention the more they derive benefits of Accident Prevention, which would improve health and safety performance on construction sites. This developed model should provide good guidance to assist contractors in developing effective and efficient health and safety management for UK construction industry.
Peter W. Jones - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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The role of the teacher in child Accident Prevention
Journal of Public Health Medicine, 1994Co-Authors: Yvonne H. Carter, M. J. Bannon, Peter W. JonesAbstract:A sample of 278 head teachers of children aged between three and 11 years in North Staffordshire were sent a postal questionnaire to determine the manner and extent to which they were involved in Accident Prevention. The majority of respondents agreed that Accident Prevention was a suitable subject to be taught in schools. However, a minority felt that they had enough background information or training on the subject. First-aid instruction was particularly requested. Levels of reporting and management of individual Accident cases varied. It is desirable that guidelines are agreed on Accident reporting, the role of the school medical service in Accident Prevention and the supervision of children during recreation periods. Language: en
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Health visitors and child Accident Prevention.
Health visitor, 1992Co-Authors: Yvonne H. Carter, M. J. Bannon, Peter W. JonesAbstract:Yvonne H Carter, Michael J Bannon and Peter W Jones explore the role of health visitors in child Accident Prevention in North Staffordshire, to assess their knowledge and awareness of local data and to facilitate more effective planning of educational provision for health visitors and other primary health care workers.
Denise Kendrick - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Primary care organization board members' views on Accident Prevention
Primary Health Care Research & Development, 2004Co-Authors: Lindsay Groom, Julia Hippisley-cox, Denise KendrickAbstract:This study aimed to explore the Accident Prevention activities of primary care organizations (PCOs) and the views of their board members regarding Accident Prevention. Qualitative study using semi-structured telephone interviews of 17 board members of PCOs (primary care groups and primary care trusts) in the National Health Service (NHS) Trent Region was undertaken. Accident Prevention activity varied substantially between PCOs. The reduction of home hazards was a frequent focus of the PCOs’ Accident Prevention initiatives. Board members did not see Accident Prevention as their biggest priority in health improvement, although they had positive attitudes towards it. Local morbidity and NHS guidance were seen to be key determinants of PCOs’ priorities in health promotion. There was little reference to any strategic planning for Accident Prevention. Information to support Accident Prevention could be more timely and relevant to PCOs’ needs. The degree of involvement with outside agencies in Accident Prevention work varied substantially. Collaboration between agencies may be held back by mutual lack of knowledge and differences in culture and priorities. It was concluded that Accident Prevention appears to be receiving less attention in PCOs than other national health priorities. They may need more support for developing strategies for Accident Prevention and better provision of information so that they can identify local problems which can be addressed by preventative activities. The Accident Prevention plans contained in health improvement programmes should be monitored. © 2004, Arnold. All rights reserved.
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Health visitors' knowledge, attitudes and practices in childhood Accident Prevention
Journal of Public Health, 1995Co-Authors: Patricia Marsh, Denise Kendrick, E. I. WilliamsAbstract:BACKGROUND: The importance of the health visitor's role in childhood Accident Prevention has long been recognized, although previous work suggests that many health visitors are unsure of that role, feel inadequately prepared for it and recognize significant constraints on their Accident Prevention activity. The Health of the nation suggested that specific Accident Prevention activities should be undertaken by health visitors. This study aims to assess whether those activities are currently part of routine health visiting practice, as well as the attitudes towards Accident Prevention and knowledge of childhood Accidental injury epidemiology. METHOD: A postal questionnaire survey covering knowledge, attitudes and practices in Accident Prevention as well as personal characteristics was sent to all health visitors in Nottinghamshire, using the community unit trusts' list of employees as the sampling frame. RESULTS: A response rate of 88.5 per cent was obtained. The majority of health visitors were aware that Accidental injuries are the most common cause of death in childhood above the age of one year. The majority of health visitors were also aware of the types of Accident most likely to be fatal, and aware of the risk factors for childhood Accidental injuries. Many health visitors held positive attitudes towards all Accident Prevention activities covered in the questionnaire. There was a positive correlation between attitude and knowledge scores (p
Christopher P. L. Barkan - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Framework for Evaluating Cost-Effectiveness of Accident Prevention Strategies Under Uncertainty
2020Co-Authors: M. Rapik Saat, Christopher P. L. BarkanAbstract:Rational allocation of resources to reduce train Accident occurrence in the most cost-effective manner is important for the rail industry and government. Accident Prevention strategies, individually and in combination, may result in different safety benefits and corresponding implementation costs. An appropriate assessment of the cost-effectiveness of Accident Prevention strategies is an important step to evaluate, develop and prioritize safety improvement investments. Both the safety benefit and implementation cost of a strategy may be subject to uncertainty at the time of decision making. However, little prior research has considered the effect of uncertainty in evaluating train Accident Prevention strategies. Properly accounting for this uncertainty can improve the efficient allocation of safety resources. This paper presents a framework to conduct an uncertainty-based, cost-benefit analysis. The types and sources of uncertainty are identified and statistical models are developed to quantify the effect of uncertainty. The results can aid the rail industry and government to develop more cost-effective strategies to maximize safety given limited resources.
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Safety Effectiveness of Integrated Accident Prevention Strategies
2013 Joint Rail Conference, 2013Co-Authors: M. Rapik Saat, Christopher P. L. BarkanAbstract:There are potential interactions among approaches to reduce or prevent certain Accident causes. Given the overlapped safety benefits of various measures for Accident Prevention, it is necessary to identify their interactions and quantify the safety effectiveness of combined Accident Prevention strategies. This study focuses on strategies to prevent broken rails and broken wheels, respectively. Improved wheel condition reduces the impact load on the rail, thereby may reduce broken-rail-caused derailments. In this paper, we propose a quantitative framework to assess the safety effectiveness of combined Accident Prevention strategies under various operational conditions. In the larger context of railroad hazardous materials risk management, integrated Accident Prevention can be compared to other means of risk reduction measures, such as tank car safety design enhancement or operational changes.Copyright © 2013 by ASME
