Study of Influential Factors Contributing to Fall Hazards in the Construction Sites of Dhaka

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  • Samia Zabeen

Abstract

The construction industry in Dhaka is widely recognized as one of the most perilous sectors due to various hazards, uncertainties, and complexities inherent in construction projects. Unfortunately, these challenges often lead to accidents, posing a significant threat to the safety and well-being of workers. The mortality rate among construction site workers in Dhaka is alarmingly high, underscoring the urgent need for improved safety measures and stringent regulations to mitigate the risks associated with construction activities. high. Generally, accidents occur due to the unawareness regarding the safety issues at construction sites. Accidents in the construction sector in Dhaka are further exacerbated by several contributing factors, including the use of unsafe methods, inadequate equipment safety, challenging job site conditions, managerial shortcomings, and the inherently unique nature of the industry. These elements collectively contribute to a heightened risk environment, necessitating comprehensive measures to address each aspect and enhance overall safety protocols within the construction sector.. Fall hazard is one of the major causes of mortality and morbidity in the construction industry. In order to prevent these accidents, one must know the root causes of this and the possible measures to reduce the falls. Hence, the objective of this paper is to identify and emphasize the potential factors leading to falls and to present the most efficient solutions for mitigating the fall hazard.

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Published

2023-12-27

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 3 (2023)

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Research Article

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