A systematic literature review on occupational accident factors in the rail construction industry: lessons learned from a quarter-century of studies globally.
Int J Inj Contr Saf Promot
; : 1-16, 2024 Oct 01.
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| ID: mdl-39351595
ABSTRACT
The rail construction industry is notable for its large scale, substantial investment, extensive stakeholders involvement, long construction period, and intricate operation and technology. This industry is among the most dangerous due to the highest number of occupational accident cases worldwide. Therefore, it is crucial to analyse and identify the existing literature on occupational accident factors in rail construction. To address the research aim, the study identified the factors that contribute to occupational accidents using systematic review methodology. This systematic literature review adheres to the rigorous Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) 2020 statement. Relevant publications from the past 25 years were retrieved from Scopus, Web of Science (WoS), and Science Direct electronic databases. Through a meticulous review of 43 selected publications, five accident factor themes were discovered worker, workplace, materials and equipment, organizational, and environmental influences. The detailed analysis of these themes has led to the identification of 19 specific sub-factors within these categories, providing a granular understanding of the intricate elements contributing to accidents. This study offers a foundational understanding of accident factors in the rail construction industry, paving the way for targeted OSH interventions aimed at preventing occupational accidents in the future.
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MEDLINE
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En
Journal:
Int J Inj Contr Saf Promot
Journal subject:
TRAUMATOLOGIA
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Malaysia
Country of publication:
United kingdom