Course Contents
Definition and purpose of health and safety (H&S) in construction business. Various forms of H&S procedures in construction. H&S risk levels. Client-related accidents on construction sites. Consultant-related accidents on construction sites. Contractor-related accidents on construction sites. H&S integration into the procurement process. Detailed safety signs and symbols for construction projects. Enforcement of H&S policies on construction projects especially those funded by governments. Enforcement of H&S procedures on construction sites. Constraints of good H&S practice by contractors. Challenge of funding H&S units/department in construction firms. Cost of including for H&S versus cost of treatment and paying for damages. H&S leading to productivity. Benefits of H&S management on construction projects. H&S and Sustainable development. Safety programmes and training to improve awareness.
- Teacher: Salisu Dalibi Gidado