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Effectiveness Analysis for Smart Construction Safety Technology (SCST) by Test Bed Operation on Small- and
Yong-Seon Kim1, Jae Yun Lee1, Young-Geun Yoon1
1Department of Safety Engineering, Incheon National University, Incheon 22012, Korea.
Summary
Smart construction safety technologies (SCSTs) show promise but require worker cooperation and equipment improvements for effective implementation in the construction industry. Their impact is limited without user buy-in and further development.
Area of Science:
- Construction Management
- Occupational Safety
- Technology Adoption
Background:
- Global construction policies increasingly emphasize smart technologies for productivity and automation.
- Private sector initiatives have driven the development of smart construction safety technologies (SCSTs) for worker protection.
- Wearable technologies and integrated platforms are mainstream in overseas occupational safety, with South Korean companies developing basic SCSTs and control platforms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of SCSTs through a test bed operation.
- To identify areas for improvement in SCSTs for practical application.
- To provide effective safety management solutions for small and medium-sized construction sites.
Main Methods:
- Construction of a test bed facility equipped with various SCSTs.
- Operation of the test bed to collect data on SCST performance and user interaction.
- Analysis of collected data to identify technical challenges, worker behavior patterns, and effectiveness of different SCST types.
Main Results:
- Worker behavior change is challenging solely through SCST introduction, highlighting the need for user cooperation.
- Technical issues were identified with sensors and equipment during field application.
- Both installed and wearable SCSTs demonstrated effectiveness, though some wearable types were avoided by workers.
Conclusions:
- SCSTs require worker cooperation and management interest for successful field activation.
- Further equipment improvements are necessary to enhance usability and adoption.
- Findings offer guidelines for future SCST development and policy establishment in the construction industry.
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