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Factor That Affect Safety of Tower Crane in Construction Projects

  • Unique Paper ID: 182143
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue: 2
  • PageNo: 851-856
  • Abstract:
  • Tower cranes play a pivotal role in modern construction projects, enabling the efficient handling of heavy loads and materials. However, their operation poses significant safety challenges due to their size, complexity, and integration into dynamic construction environments. This study explores the key factors influencing the safety of tower cranes, focusing on technical, environmental, and human aspects. Technical factors include crane design, maintenance practices, and the reliability of safety mechanisms. Environmental conditions, such as wind speed, ground stability, and weather, also play a critical role in operational safety. Additionally, human factors, including operator training, compliance with safety regulations, and effective communication among site personnel, significantly impact risk levels. The aim of this paper is to investigate factors that contribute to accidents during tower crane installation/dismantling. Accident analysis and focus group interviews (FGIs) were conducted with people involved in crane work. Accidents occurring during installation/dismantling of tower cranes accounted for 68.4% of all fatal accidents. Accident analysis identified “Not following work procedures” as one of the main causes of these accidents, followed by “unsafe acts of workers.” The FGIs investigation revealed the following factors that adversely affected the safety of the tower crane installation/dismantling: competence of the workers; roles of stakeholders such as principal contractors in the tasks; deterioration of tower crane components; and working conditions for conducting the tasks. By analyzing accidents and near-miss incidents, this research identifies common hazards and provides actionable recommendations to enhance safety protocols. The findings emphasize the need for comprehensive safety management systems, regular inspections, and continuous training to mitigate risks and ensure the safe and efficient operation of tower cranes on construction sites.
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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue: 2
  • PageNo: 851-856

Factor That Affect Safety of Tower Crane in Construction Projects

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