Effectiveness of Mobile Applications in Promoting Safety Communication Among Construction Workers

Volume: 10 | Issue: 02 | Year 2024 | Subscription
International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication
Received Date: 10/25/2024
Acceptance Date: 10/30/2024
Published On: 2024-11-28
First Page: 31
Last Page: 40

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By: Md Halimuzzaman, Mritunjoy Sarker, Rubel Datta, Kawsaruzzaman, and Mahedi Hasan

1. Md Halimuzzaman,1Ph. D. Scholar, School of Business, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.
2.Mritunjoy Sarker,Researcher, Process Safety Officer, Libyan Fertilizer Company, Libya
3.Rubel Datta,3Reseacher, Master of Science in Risk Control & Safety Management, University of Wisconsin-Stout, USA
4. Kawsaruzzaman, Senior Officer, Janata Bank PLC, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
5.Mahedi Hasan,Researcher, Agricultural Engineer, Farm Machinery & Postharvest Process Engineering Division, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute, Gazipur, Bangladesh.

Abstract

Construction sites are inherently hazardous environments where effective safety communication is crucial for preventing accidents and injuries. With the widespread adoption of mobile devices, construction companies are exploring mobile applications as a tool to enhance safety communication among workers.  This study employed a mixed-methods approach to evaluate the effectiveness of a custom-built mobile safety application at three different construction sites. Site A served as the control group, while Sites B and C implemented the app, allowing workers to report hazards, share safety reminders, and receive real-time notifications. Data on reported safety concerns, near-miss incidents, accidents, and worker perceptions were collected over six months.

Keywords: Mobile Application, Safety, Construction Site, Workers, Smartphone.

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How to cite this article: Md Halimuzzaman, Mritunjoy Sarker, Rubel Datta, Kawsaruzzaman, and Mahedi Hasan, Effectiveness of Mobile Applications in Promoting Safety Communication Among Construction Workers. International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication. 2024; 10(02): 31-40p.

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