The construction industry in the UK accounts for 6.5% of the total GDP, with the current economic climate it is important for leading construction companies to adapt to the changing times to improve productivity. The study shall... more
The construction industry in the UK accounts for 6.5% of the total GDP, with the current economic climate it is important for leading construction companies to adapt to the changing times to improve productivity. The study shall investigate Different leadership styles that are adopted by the organisation to enhance the productivity of the employees and allow them to take decisions for the betterment of the organisation. In the context of this statement, the purpose of this study was formulated which aims to analyse leadership styles in the international construction industry in the case of cultural dimensions. Leadership style includes democratic, empathetic, autocratic, affiliate and coercive were discussed in this research by the support of cultural aspects. The objectives of this study were focused towards analysing leadership effectiveness in the international projects with respect to cross-cultural setting and how it further impacts the employees working on those projects, particularly in the construction
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Abstract The construction industry in the United Kingdom (UK) plays a role in economic development, in creating the built environment and in providing employment. However, the industry also has a reputation as a high-risk working... more
Abstract
The construction industry in the United Kingdom (UK) plays a role in economic development, in creating the built environment and in providing employment. However, the industry also has a reputation as a high-risk working environment with persistent high levels of accidents and fatalities. There are regulations and industry-specific legislation governing safety in this sector; however, the poor accident record persists. There are several underlying reasons for this performance, including the competitive nature of the industry, high levels of fragmentation and reliance on small and medium (SME) sized organisations that do not have the capital to invest in safety. The difficulty therefore is that, based on this researcher’s experience, even when a main contractor has a robust and certified safety management system in place, safety can be compromised by SMEs that are not certified.
This research will look at the correlation between the design and implementation of standardised safety management systems such as OHSAS: 1800:2007, ISO 45001:2018 and accident reduction within the industry, focusing firstly on the usefulness of these systems and secondly on the use of these systems by SMEs in construction. The research asks whether there is proof that certification will reduce accidents in construction and enhance safety, and considers the challenges faced by SMEs in seeking certification. The study also looks at what measures can be taken by the main contractor to enhance safety of non-certified subcontractors.
Standardised forms of safety management provide a structured framework for health and safety management - a process for planning, designing, implementing, controlling and monitoring safety performance. The process should be supported with training and education and the aim should be continual improvement in accident reductions.
The research is progressed using a survey strategy with primary data collected using a questionnaire survey of professionals active in the construction industry and a case study of practical measures adopted by main contractors in managing subcontractors on site.
The study concludes that standardised forms of safety management can reduce accidents; however, to secure long-term benefits it is essential that all levels of management commit to the process. In addition, safety management processes should be integrated into other business management processes and objectives. The study also finds that subcontractors are SMEs with low profit margins, without capital to invest in safety management systems. However main contractors can address this issue by providing an inclusive working environment, with training for all personnel as this facilitates a safety of culture on site and enhances safety.
This research recommends that, regardless of the safety management system, key essentials in reducing accidents in all organisations are risk management, management’s commitment to safety, the development of a culture of safety on site, and effective communication and training, with worker involvement in all aspects of the safety management process.
The construction industry in the United Kingdom (UK) plays a role in economic development, in creating the built environment and in providing employment. However, the industry also has a reputation as a high-risk working environment with persistent high levels of accidents and fatalities. There are regulations and industry-specific legislation governing safety in this sector; however, the poor accident record persists. There are several underlying reasons for this performance, including the competitive nature of the industry, high levels of fragmentation and reliance on small and medium (SME) sized organisations that do not have the capital to invest in safety. The difficulty therefore is that, based on this researcher’s experience, even when a main contractor has a robust and certified safety management system in place, safety can be compromised by SMEs that are not certified.
This research will look at the correlation between the design and implementation of standardised safety management systems such as OHSAS: 1800:2007, ISO 45001:2018 and accident reduction within the industry, focusing firstly on the usefulness of these systems and secondly on the use of these systems by SMEs in construction. The research asks whether there is proof that certification will reduce accidents in construction and enhance safety, and considers the challenges faced by SMEs in seeking certification. The study also looks at what measures can be taken by the main contractor to enhance safety of non-certified subcontractors.
Standardised forms of safety management provide a structured framework for health and safety management - a process for planning, designing, implementing, controlling and monitoring safety performance. The process should be supported with training and education and the aim should be continual improvement in accident reductions.
The research is progressed using a survey strategy with primary data collected using a questionnaire survey of professionals active in the construction industry and a case study of practical measures adopted by main contractors in managing subcontractors on site.
The study concludes that standardised forms of safety management can reduce accidents; however, to secure long-term benefits it is essential that all levels of management commit to the process. In addition, safety management processes should be integrated into other business management processes and objectives. The study also finds that subcontractors are SMEs with low profit margins, without capital to invest in safety management systems. However main contractors can address this issue by providing an inclusive working environment, with training for all personnel as this facilitates a safety of culture on site and enhances safety.
This research recommends that, regardless of the safety management system, key essentials in reducing accidents in all organisations are risk management, management’s commitment to safety, the development of a culture of safety on site, and effective communication and training, with worker involvement in all aspects of the safety management process.