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Albert, A and Hallowel, M (2013) Revamping occupational safety and health training: Integrating andragogical principles for the adult learner. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 128-140.
Alkilani, S, Jupp, J and Sawhney, A (2013) Issues of construction health and safety in developing countries: a case of Jordan. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 141-156.
Alqahtani, A and Whyte, A (2013) Artificial neural networks incorporating cost significant Items towards enhancing estimation for (life-cycle) costing of construction projects. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 51-64.
Barnes, L and Croker, N (2013) The relevance of the ISO26000 social responsibility issues to the Hong Kong construction industry. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 37-50.
Brewer, G, Gajendran, T and Runeson, G (2013) ICT and innovation: a case of integration in a regional construction firm. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 24-36.
Chiu, W Y and Ng, F F (2013) Improvement of job satisfaction and organisational commitment through work group identification: an examination of the quantity surveyors in Hong Kong. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 80-95.
Ho, P (2013) Forecasting the manpower demand for quantity surveyors in Hong Kong. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 1-12.
Hubbard, B, Huang, Q, Caskey, P and Wang, Y (2013) Safety awareness educational topics for the construction of power transmission systems with smart grid technologies. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 114-127.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Electrical safety; electrocution, Smart Grid; power transmission; safety education
- ISBN/ISSN: 1837-9133
- URL: https://doi.org/10.5130/AJCEB.v13i3.3385
- Abstract:
Power transmission facilities in the U.S. are undergoing a transformation due to the increased use of distributed generation sources such as wind and solar power. The current power grid system is also antiquated and in need of substantial retrofits to make it more efficient and reliable. The new energy transmission system being designed and built to optimize power delivery is known as “Smart Grid”. The increased activity in the construction of power transmission facilities and installation of new technologies into the current power system raises potential safety concerns. Existing construction management curriculum may include general information about safety training, but does not typically include information about this specialized sector. The objective of this study was to work with industry to identify key safety topics appropriate for inclusion in an introductory industrial construction course. Results of interviews with industry identified numerous hazards that are not typically covered in typical construction curricula. A joint undergraduate and graduate course in industrial construction was created to address these and additional concepts. A survey of the students was performed to determine the effectiveness of the course and also to determine their thoughts about the smart grid technologies and safety training. Information on electrical system hazards is presented along with results of the student surveys.
Jiang, Hjin, X-H and Liu, C (2013) The effects of the late 2000s global financial crisis on Australia’s construction demand. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 65-79.
Pekuri, A, Pekuri, L and Haapasalo H (2013) The role of business models in Finnish construction companies. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 13-23.
Ssegawa, J (2013) Developing a strategic perspective for construction industry of Botswana. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 157-172.
Sunindijo and Zou, P (2013) The roles of emotional intelligence, interpersonal skill, and transformational leadership on improving construction safety performance. Construction Economics and Building, 13(03), 97-113.