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Inclusion, Safety, and Resilience in the Construction Industry

A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction Management, and Computers & Digitization".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2024 | Viewed by 4730

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Dr. Sainan Lyu

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School of Civil Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China
Interests: construction safety and health; multicultural safety management; supply chain management; blockchain technology
Dr. Jingyu Yu

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School of Civil Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China
Interests: civil engineering management; project operation decision; intelligent construction; elderly liveable environment
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Dr. Beibei Zhang

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School of Economics and Management, Anhui Jianzhu University, Hefei 230022, China
Interests: urban renewal; urban resilience; digital transformation
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Dr. Xiaoyan Jiang

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School of Civil Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China
Interests: sustainable project management; low-carbon management; safety management; smart construction
Dr. Peng Cui

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School of Civil Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
Interests: urban resilience; occupational health; carbon emissions

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The construction industry stands as a vital pillar of our society, yet it grapples with multifaceted challenges related to inclusion, safety, and resilience. Inclusion within this sector spans a spectrum of dimensions, including gender diversity, ethnic representation, and opportunities for marginalized groups, and is at the core of advancing progress in construction. Safety, being of paramount importance in construction due to its inherent risks, involves a comprehensive examination of the most up-to-date safety practices, technological innovations, and behavioral strategies aimed at mitigating accidents and injuries on construction sites. Furthermore, the construction industry faces escalating vulnerabilities stemming from natural disasters, economic fluctuations, and unforeseen disruptions. This Special Issue seeks to illuminate the research surrounding these pressing concerns and their interconnectedness within the construction domain. Topics of interest include but are not limited to: (1) exploring strategies to foster diversity and inclusivity in construction organizations, emphasizing ethnic and gender diversity, and creating equitable workplaces; (2) sharing the latest advancements in safety training, technology, and culture to enhance safety on construction sites and beyond; and (3) delving into risk management, resilient design principles, sustainable practices, and disaster preparedness.

Dr. Sainan Lyu
Dr. Jingyu Yu
Dr. Beibei Zhang
Dr. Xiaoyan Jiang
Dr. Peng Cui
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Buildings is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • multicultural safety management
  • multicultural workforces
  • training and upskilling
  • construction safety and health
  • mental health and well-being
  • risk management
  • urban resilience
  • sustainable construction
  • resilient investment strategies

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Analysis of Fatal Construction Accidents in Indonesia—A Case Study
by Theresia Avila Bria, Wei Tong Chen, Mubasher Muhammad and Melati Balla Rantelembang
Buildings 2024, 14(4), 1010; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/buildings14041010 - 05 Apr 2024
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Booming demand for facilities and infrastructure in Indonesia has led to an increase in construction-related accidents. Court rulings provide valuable data on accident circumstances, which can help improve safety standards. Although information on these accidents is scarce and not systematically consolidated, effective data [...] Read more.
Booming demand for facilities and infrastructure in Indonesia has led to an increase in construction-related accidents. Court rulings provide valuable data on accident circumstances, which can help improve safety standards. Although information on these accidents is scarce and not systematically consolidated, effective data gathering and analysis can lead to better safety outcomes. This study analyzes 150 court rulings in construction industry accident cases and their related decision frameworks to identify seven risk categories using scenario analysis. The correlative patterns and their associated significance are explored via descriptive statistical analysis, and four categories, namely project, task, accident, and medium, were found to be correlated. The results of the cross-tabulation test between two categories were used to highlight correlated categories. Toll road works accounted for 52% of accident cases, with collisions with construction machinery being the most frequent accident type (36%, 76 cases). Lifting and moving goods had respective phi and Cramer values of 0.534 and 0.001. It is obvious that future safety improvement efforts should focus on roadway projects and utilizing construction vehicles for transportation and lifting work. This can be achieved through increased regulatory compliance, proper utilization of standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensuring vehicle suitability. The results of this study are highly relevant to workplace health and safety officers and risk management personnel. Full article
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The Assessment of the Maturity of Informatization in Assembly-Building Projects Utilizing the CMM-CME Methodology, Taking a Project in China as an Illustration
by Yongxia Chen, Tianlong Meng, Zhichen Zhang and Binjie Xu
Buildings 2024, 14(4), 918; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/buildings14040918 - 27 Mar 2024
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Owing to its rapid advancement, information technology has emerged as a critical tool in assembly construction for addressing market demands, improving project quality, and reducing costs. However, the absence of unified informatization standards within the assembly construction industry has led to the adoption [...] Read more.
Owing to its rapid advancement, information technology has emerged as a critical tool in assembly construction for addressing market demands, improving project quality, and reducing costs. However, the absence of unified informatization standards within the assembly construction industry has led to the adoption of different technologies and systems by various businesses during the development of informatization systems; this has generated issues such as unbalanced development and mutual incompatibility. While researchers have examined these issues, a comprehensive assessment of the maturity of informatization in assembly-building projects is lacking. Assessment of the maturity of informatization can provide evaluation standards and methods for the development of informatization of assembly buildings, explore the important and difficult points of applying informatization technology to assembly buildings, and put forward corresponding countermeasures and suggestions to promote the benign development of informatization of assembly buildings. Therefore, this study strives to develop a model for assessing the maturity of informatization of assembly-building projects. This study begins by determining the level of the maturity level of informatization, key process areas, and key practices for assembly-building projects using the capability maturity model (CMM). On this basis, the maturity evaluation index system was constructed through expert interviews and questionnaires. Furthermore, in order to assign weights to the indicators comprehensively, the ordinal relationship method and entropy weight method were implemented. The evaluation criteria were determined by consulting the relevant literature and expert opinions. Followingly, an evaluation model was established based on the cloud matter element (CME) theory. Finally, a case study demonstrates that the methodology can be utilized to quantify the maturity of project informatization. In conclusion, this study unearths a system for assessing the level of maturity of informatization of assembly-building projects, which provides a valuable reference for promoting the continuous development of the maturity of informatization in assembly-building projects. Full article
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An Investigation into the Risk Assessment of Building-Integrated Photovoltaic Residential Project Development Utilizing the DEMATEL-ANP Methodology: A Chinese Case Study
by Yongxia Chen, Wenna Li and Xiaomeng Wang
Buildings 2024, 14(3), 623; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/buildings14030623 - 27 Feb 2024
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Numerous countries are implementing building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) technology to enhance the energy performance of buildings, as new energy sources have attracted global interest. BIPV residential programs are an essential method to alleviate energy stress and promote energy transition in buildings; however, the high [...] Read more.
Numerous countries are implementing building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) technology to enhance the energy performance of buildings, as new energy sources have attracted global interest. BIPV residential programs are an essential method to alleviate energy stress and promote energy transition in buildings; however, the high level of technology and capital investment required have hampered their marketization. Although certain obstacles have been examined by researchers, there remains a lack of studies concerning risk assessment in the context of the development of BIPV residential projects. Therefore, this study strives to develop a risk assessment model for the development of these projects. First, a risk evaluation index system is proposed by identifying and analyzing the risks associated with the development of BIPV residential projects, following the lines of risk identification–risk analysis–risk evaluation–risk management. Second, the DEMATEL-ANP-gray cluster analysis was utilized to construct the development risk assessment model. Finally, a case study demonstrates that the methodology proposed in this study can effectively solve the issues associated with correlating risk factors and the quantification of the magnitude of risks in the development of BIPV residential projects. This study will serve as a valuable reference for architect-urban developers and engineer contractors to formulate risk governance countermeasures for BIPV residential projects as it provides a framework for assessing the risk associated with their development. Full article
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Spatiotemporal Evolution and Influencing Factors for Urban Resilience in China: A Provincial Analysis
by Beibei Zhang, Yizhi Liu, Yan Liu and Sainan Lyu
Buildings 2024, 14(2), 502; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/buildings14020502 - 11 Feb 2024
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In the current era, as modern cities increasingly face environmental disasters and inherent challenges, the creation and enhancement of resilient cities have become critical. China’s urban resilience exhibits significant imbalances and inadequacies at the provincial level. This study delves into the evolution of [...] Read more.
In the current era, as modern cities increasingly face environmental disasters and inherent challenges, the creation and enhancement of resilient cities have become critical. China’s urban resilience exhibits significant imbalances and inadequacies at the provincial level. This study delves into the evolution of urban resilience in various Chinese provinces, offering valuable insights for building and nurturing resilient cities. Initially, a comprehensive evaluation system for China’s urban resilience was established, incorporating 24 indicators across three key resilience aspects: resistance, adaptability, and recovery. The entropy weight method was used to develop an urban resilience evaluation model, and the Moran index and spatial cold–hot-spot analysis were applied to examine the spatiotemporal dynamics of urban resilience across China’s 31 provinces from 2012 to 2021. Moreover, the geographically and temporally weighted regression model was employed to analyze the spatial distribution of factors affecting urban resilience. The results show a general upward trend in urban resilience across Chinese provinces, with notable regional differences and concentrations. A significant decrease in urban resilience is observed from southeastern coastal cities to inland regions. The regression model highlights spatial variations in the impact of different factors, with the same factor having varying effects in different provinces. This research provides a thorough understanding of the factors influencing urban resilience in China, contributing to both theoretical and practical discussions on the topic. It lays a strong scientific groundwork for the development and advancement of resilient cities in China. Full article
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The Identification and Dynamics of Urban Shadow Areas from the Perspective of People Flows—A Case Study of Nanjing
by Weiting Xiong and Junyan Yang
Buildings 2023, 13(12), 2934; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/buildings13122934 - 24 Nov 2023
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Urban shadow areas, formed by long-term unbalanced and inadequate development during the rapid process of urbanization, are of great significance to a city’s overall development. However, relatively little attention has been paid to identifying and characterizing urban shadow areas. Drawing upon a dataset [...] Read more.
Urban shadow areas, formed by long-term unbalanced and inadequate development during the rapid process of urbanization, are of great significance to a city’s overall development. However, relatively little attention has been paid to identifying and characterizing urban shadow areas. Drawing upon a dataset on urban morphology and cellular signaling, and taking Nanjing as a case study, this paper proposes a method to identify urban shadow areas from the perspective of people flows. The empirical results show that there are 19 urban shadow areas within the downtown areas of Nanjing, 11 of which are distributed in the old downtown areas and the rest are relatively scattered in the periphery. As for morphological characteristics, these urban shadow areas differ from each other in terms of indicators such as building density and development intensity. Moreover, the empirical results show that these urban shadow areas are not isolated but closely connected with other parts of Nanjing. Based on the different spatio-temporal distribution patterns of their connections, the 19 urban shadow areas are divided into four types, and the characteristics of each type have been investigated by analyzing a representative shadow area. It is suggested that policies aiming to eliminate the negative effects of urban shadow areas should consider heterogeneity in their spatial distributions within a city, the temporal distribution of their external connections, and their dominant functions. Full article
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A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis of Urban Renewal Research during 2012–2022
by Beibei Zhang, Yuxin Xiong, Hao Liu, Sainan Lyu and Martin Skitmore
Buildings 2023, 13(11), 2826; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/buildings13112826 - 10 Nov 2023
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Rapid urban development has promoted economic development, but it has also created social problems. Urban renewal provides an important means of achieving sustainable urban development. After 2012, it became a research hotspot with people-oriented and organic renewal concepts. To understand the research trends [...] Read more.
Rapid urban development has promoted economic development, but it has also created social problems. Urban renewal provides an important means of achieving sustainable urban development. After 2012, it became a research hotspot with people-oriented and organic renewal concepts. To understand the research trends in urban renewal during 2012–2022, a comprehensive bibliometric analysis was conducted to identify research progress, fields, hotspots, and trends. The core collection is based on the Web of Science (WoS) database, with a total of 2692 publications. The volume of publications, journal of publication, country, institution, research scope, and keywords were selected as the object of analysis. The results reveal that since 2012, the volume of urban renewal articles has been gradually increasing, reaching a maximum of 417 in 2022. China is the largest and most influential country in terms of the number of articles published, but the cooperation between institutions and authors is not strong. The research hotspots can be summarized as the connotation and practice of urban renewal, approaches to urban renewal, and sustainable urban development. Future directions for research are identified as including an innovative multi-corporate governance model, community-based renewal, further exploration of sustainable renewal practices, and interdisciplinary applications of urban renewal. Full article
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