Cameron, I; Gillan, G and Duff, A R (2007) Issues in the selection of fall prevention and arrest equipment. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(4), pp. 363-374. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose - The research objectives are to investigate current methods of fall protection, identify issues in their selection and use, and produce guidance on best practice for designers and constructors. Design/methodology/ approach - A steering group with both health and safety and production experience directed a variety of data collection methods: interviews with industry specialists to assist in identifying the significant issues in fall protection and selecting fall protection systems; study of published research, legislation, codes of practice, and system technical data; focus groups to investigate both generic and system-specific issues; and visits to manufacturers, suppliers, contractors' offices and sites, to observe and discuss systems in development, planning, erection and operation. Findings - This paper deals with all the general issues in equipment selection: a hierarchy of selection; legislative guidance; interaction with the structure; impact on site operations; rescue of fallers; issues specific to maintenance and refurbishment; and costs arising from equipment selection. Originality/value - The paper provides a summary of the most important issues contained in the full Health & Safety Executive report of the research, the only comprehensive source of such practical guidance.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | construction equipment; construction industry; health and safety; United Kingdom |
| Index terms: | methodology, United Kingdom, manufacturer, legislation, interview, health and safety, focus group, interaction, prevention, construction industry, codes of practice, best practice, executive, site operation, designer, equipment selection, construction equipment |
| Subjects: | industry analysis, regulatory law, behavioral psychology, procurement capability, health safety and environment, Geography, construction equipment, financial risk, research methods, legal systems, operations management, practitioner, data collection methods, profession, business |
| Topics: | Site Management, Supply Chain Management, Legal Issues, Plant and Equipment, Roles and Professions, Research Practice, Geographical Context, Health and Safety, Cost Management, Business Strategy |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTE |
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