Enhancing Sustainable Safety Practices in Construction: Insights from Cultural and Socio-Economic Analysis

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作者
Alqahtani, Fahad M. [1 ]
Abas, Muhammad [2 ]
Alkahtani, Mohammed [1 ]
Hayat, Mubashir [3 ]
Farrukh, Aasia [4 ]
机构
[1] King Saud Univ, Coll Engn, Dept Ind Engn, POB 800, Riyadh 11421, Saudi Arabia
[2] Univ Engn & Technol, Dept Ind Engn, Peshawar 25000, Pakistan
[3] Brandenburg Tech Univ Cottbus, Chair Prod & Operat Management, Konrad Wachsmann Allee 13, D-03046 Cottbus, Germany
[4] Univ Wah, Chem Engn Dept, Wah 47040, Pakistan
关键词
construction; sustainability; cultural; socio-economic; safety; structural equation modeling (SEM); ORGANIZATIONAL SAFETY; WORKERS PERCEPTIONS; MIGRANT WORKERS; HEALTH; CLIMATE; BEHAVIOR; INDUSTRY; REGULATIONS; CONTRACTORS; MODEL;
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10.3390/su16125103
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X [环境科学、安全科学];
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08 ; 0830 ;
摘要
Exploring cultural diversity and socio-economic factors offers a holistic approach to fostering sustainable safety practices within the construction industry. This study investigates the relationship between cultural and socio-economic factors and their influence on safety practices within the construction industry, focusing specifically on Saudi Arabian construction. Employing a comparative research design, data were gathered through a questionnaire distributed among various stakeholders, including construction workers, safety officers, project managers, supervisors, and other professionals involved in construction projects. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was utilized to analyze the relationships between cultural, socio-economic, and safety practices. The findings showed significant associations of cultural and socio-economic factors with safety practices and attitudes. Specifically, positive workplace norms and values, effective communication styles, higher income levels, and better education and literacy levels were found to positively influence adherence to safety guidelines and the effectiveness of training programs. Conversely, job insecurity exhibited a negative impact on safety-related outcomes and training effectiveness. This study demonstrates the importance of fostering a positive safety culture within organizations, emphasizing leadership commitment, effective communication, and employee engagement. It also highlights the significance of addressing socio-economic factors, such as job security, income levels, and education, to promote a safer work environment and enhance safety practices. Practical implications derived from the research findings offer actionable insights for organizations to develop targeted interventions aimed at improving sustainable safety practices and training effectiveness within the construction industry in Saudi Arabia.
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