Tayebi, A; Abbasianjahromi, H and Aghakarimi, M (2025) Using a hybrid method to assess the consequence of hazards on the project success factors. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(12), pp. 8273-8303. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose – Accidents that frequently occur in the construction industry and result in lost human resources, financial resource waste, delays in project scheduling and other negative effects can ultimately overshadow the development of a nation. Because of this, evaluating hazards and subsequently identifying destructive hazards can significantly increase the safety of projects. Design/methodology/approach – Due to the fact that construction accidents are predictable, this research tried to rank the hazards of this industry using an efficient method so that they can be controlled. Also, due to the uncertainty in experts' opinions, neutrosophic theory was used along with Measurement Alternatives and Ranking according to COmpromise Solution (MARCOS) multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) method to consider uncertainty and achieve more accurate results. After identifying six major hazards, among others, these hazards were evaluated by 15 experts using five predefined criteria in the form of a questionnaire. Findings – By implementing neutrosophic theory and the MARCOS method, the hazard of explosion and fire with 0.765 was assigned the highest importance. Based on the criteria that threaten the success of the project, the hazards of this research were ranked. Originality/value – This research introduces a novel approach to hazard assessment by incorporating project success factors. This not only enhances safety management but also contributes to the improvement of overall project management deliveries. The innovation lies in the application of a hybrid method that combines MARCOS and neutrosophic theory, allowing for a comprehensive consideration of uncertainties in the assessment process.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | marcos method; multi-criteria decision-making; neutrosophic theory; safety hazard assessment |
| Index terms: | project success, construction industry, project management, hazard assessment, multi-criteria decision-making, project scheduling, safety management, methodology, human resource, construction accident, questionnaire |
| Subjects: | research methods, environmental hazards, data collection methods, management, project management theory and practice, decision analysis, project controls, occupational health and safety management, industry analysis |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Time Control, Human Resources, Sustainability, Risk Management, Project Management, Health and Safety |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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