ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Unveiling Safety Practices and Safety Performance Measurement in Construction: A Bibliometric Analysis
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Department of Structures and Materials, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia
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Faculty of Artificial Intelligence, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Campus, Malaysia
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Faculty of Geodesy, Geospatial and Civil Engineering, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland
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Department of Civil Engineering, Universiti Pertahanan National Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Department of Civil Engineering, Quaid e Awam University of Engineering Science and Technology, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan
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Centre of Studies for Construction, Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
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Perak State Health Engineering Director, Ministry of Health, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Submission date: 2024-07-12
Final revision date: 2024-09-28
Acceptance date: 2024-11-05
Online publication date: 2024-12-01
Publication date: 2024-12-01
Corresponding author
Anees Ahmed Vighio
Department of Structures and Materials, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310, SKUDAI, Malaysia
Department of Structures and Materials, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310, SKUDAI, Malaysia
Civil and Environmental Engineering Reports 2024;34(4):483-502
KEYWORDS
safety management practicesconstruction safety performancesafety performance measurementbibliometric analysis
TOPICS
ABSTRACT
This study critically addresses the ongoing safety challenges within the construction industry which is known as a sector persistently affected by preventable accidents. The research underscores the importance of rigorous safety performance measurement as a key driver for the continuous improvement of Construction Safety Management (CSM). Utilizing a novel science mapping approach, this comprehensive review examines various research in safety performance measurement, delineating the evolution of Construction Safety Performance (CSP) studies. This paper emphasizes bibliometric analysis conducted for a paradigm shift in safety practices and management strategies. The analysis identifies significant contributors, explores research characteristics, and charts the future trajectory of CSP research. The study aims to bridge a critical knowledge gap in CSP literature, providing a holistic perspective anticipated to enhance safety practices across the construction industry. The findings highlight the crucial role of robust safety performance measurement methods in tracking and improving safety outcomes, evaluating policy impacts, and facilitating continuous improvement.
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