Assessment Of Accident Prevention and Safety Protocols in the Nigerian Housing Construction Sites

Abstract

The housing industry is one of the most rapidly developing sectors of the economy globally. However, accidents occur continually on housing construction sites in Nigeria due to risky and hazardous nature of construction activities. This study assesses the prevalence of construction accidents using a mixed method of data analysis. Findings revealed that accident rates can be controlled, and older workers knew their rights as on-site workers. While the use of faulty and wrong tools, unavailability of safety officers on site, inadequate provision of all safety gadgets and facilities including lack of government enforcement, increases the rate of accidents. The primary reason for accidents among workers was the absence of safety training, leading to predominantly minor injuries being sustained. Unskilled workers were most often involved in accidents at work sites. Accidents have occurred mostly among workers under the age of age of 20. This study suggests that safety officers be present on every construction site, workers must be formally trained, safety laws upgraded, public enlightenment about safety, and government enforcement of safety laws. In conclusion, to avoid accidents, workers must be aware of risks and safety procedures. In order to effectively safeguard these workers, it is essential for government agencies to enhance their enforcement initiatives, revise current safety regulations, and, if feasible, establish a new regulation.