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Development and evaluation of context-based assessment system for visualization-enhanced construction safety
Akeem Pedro1, Hai Chien Pham2, Jung Ui Kim1
1Department of Architectural Engineering, Chung-Ang University, South Korea.
International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics : JOSE
|November 29, 2018
Summary
This study introduces a new context-based assessment for construction safety education. The innovative system effectively evaluates students' practical safety knowledge and skills, improving learning outcomes in the field.
Area of Science:
- Construction Safety
- Educational Pedagogy
- Workplace Hazard Assessment
Background:
- Construction sites are inherently dangerous, leading to frequent accidents and injuries.
- Existing safety education assessment methods do not adequately measure practical skills required on job sites.
- There is a critical need for improved assessment tools in construction safety training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose and evaluate a novel context-based learner assessment system for construction safety education.
- To address the limitations of current assessment methods in evaluating practical safety knowledge and skills.
- To enhance the effectiveness of safety education for future construction professionals.
Main Methods:
- Development and deployment of a new assessment system for final-year construction management students.
- Utilizing visualization-enhanced safety theory questions, site inspection scenarios, and job safety analysis reviews for testing.
- Investigating the cognitive impact using the NASA task load index and validating effectiveness through educator and learner trials.
Main Results:
- The proposed context-based assessment system demonstrated significant potential as an innovative educational tool.
- Learner testing incorporated practical elements like site inspections and job safety analysis reviews.
- Cognitive impact and effectiveness were validated through user trials.
Conclusions:
- The novel context-based assessment system shows promise for improving construction safety education.
- This approach better aligns assessment with the practical demands of construction safety management.
- Further adoption of this system could lead to enhanced safety practices and reduced workplace incidents.
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