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Gilleard, J (1989) Computerized reference sources in the construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 7(04), 321-30.

Kabasakal, H E and Sözen, Z (1989) Organizational context, structural attributes and management systems in construction firms. Construction Management and Economics, 7(04), 347-56.

Niskanen, T and Lauttalammi, J (1989) Accident risks during handling of materials at building construction sites. Construction Management and Economics, 7(04), 283-301.

Skibniewski, M J and Molinski, J (1989) Modelling of building production activities for multi-facility projects. Construction Management and Economics, 7(04), 357-65.

Wilson, H A (1989) Organizational behaviour and safety management in the construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 7(04), 303-19.

Type: Journal Article
Keywords: organizational behaviour; prevention; safety management
ISBN/ISSN: 0144-6193
URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/01446198900000030
Abstract:
This research paper examines the relationship between organizational theory and accident causation/prevention theory as applied in practice to the construction industry. Part of the research work consisted of an information survey of groups of various categories of workers, managers and owners to establish their perceptions of accident causation. The findings indicate that the emphasis of current accident prevention measures in force is more suited to mechanistic organizations than to organic types of which the construction industry is one. The conclusions reached are that the emphasis must be concentrated more on education and training and the spread of information on the hazards of the working environment and their avoidance.