Abstract:
The reported study examined how infographic analysis of
construction accidents can uncover unsafe acts and conditions.
Design: The phenomenology study obtained data through 26 semi
structured interviews conducted among contractors and health and safety
consultants. The study attempts to respond to “what are the causes of
accidents and how important is accident analysis in construction”.
Findings of Empirical Research: Unsafe acts appears to contribute more
to accident causation than unsafe conditions. Notable accidents reported
include hand cuts, hit and fall, electrocution, struck-by objects and caught
between objects. However, the use of (infographic) accident analysis is
limited even though most of the interviewees occur with its benefits.
Practical Implications: The leading causes of accidents through unsafe
acts and conditions that require the attention of stakeholders were
highlighted in the study. The use of infographic analysis, which would
visually assist all workers should be encouraged in the industry.
Research limitations/Implications: The study is limited to Bloemfontein in
terms of primary data.
Conference Theme: Health and Safety
