Improving labour productivity through low cost working platform
By: Kamal, S
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Contributor(s): Nataraj, D. Kamal.
Publisher: Pune NICMAR 2013Edition: Vol.28(2), Apr-Jun.Description: 43-52p.Subject(s): Construction Engineering and Management (CEM)Online resources: Click here
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NICMAR Journal of construction managementSummary: In general, the construction of building starts from the substructure and it is observed that the productivity of a construction labour gets lower when the work progresses at about 5 feet level from the floor level. In this case, the worker needs to work on temporary scaffolding where the materials have to be shifted from floor level to the required elevation along with construction equipment. Works at height lead the labourers to a disturbed mindset about their safety and belongings which directly affect the productivity in quality and quantity. To avoid such unnecessary situations, a structurally rigid working platform is required which could reduce the construction cost. An innovative instrument is required which would fulfill all the following terms and conditions: l It should be more economical than other options like scaffolding l Structurally rigid l Sufficient for material storage to ensure continuation of the work l Should have enough space to keep the construction tools and minor equipment l Should be portable By analyzing all the above conditions, a working table was designed for this study and was utilized in various construction activities. Results of the study reveal significant changes.
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In general, the construction of building starts from the substructure and it is observed that the productivity of a construction labour gets lower when the work progresses at about 5 feet level from the floor level. In this case, the worker needs to work on temporary scaffolding where the materials have to be shifted from floor level to the required elevation along with construction equipment. Works at height lead the labourers to a disturbed mindset about their safety and belongings which directly affect the productivity in quality and quantity. To avoid such unnecessary situations, a structurally rigid working platform is required which could reduce the construction cost. An innovative instrument is required which would fulfill all the following terms and conditions: l It should be more economical than other options like scaffolding l Structurally rigid l Sufficient for material storage to ensure continuation of the work l Should have enough space to keep the construction tools and minor equipment l Should be portable By analyzing all the above conditions, a working table was designed for this study and was utilized in various construction activities. Results of the study reveal significant changes.
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