The integration of worker safety and health into sustainable construction practices: A review

Abstract

The construction stage of a building lifecycle is a very dynamic stage with several activities on the job site that involve materials, workers, and moving and handling equipment. These construction activities should be sustainable and at the same time be safe for workers. Although many countries have construction safety and health regulations as well as green building rating systems (including for construction), they are not integrated: each has its own separate procedures and regulating institutions. This research aims to review the available literature related to construction sustainability and construction worker safety and health. It will assist in exploring the integration of worker safety and health into sustainable construction practices. The research findings demonstrate the need and significance of integrating worker safety and health into sustainable construction practices, as it can realize cost efficiencies.