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Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

In AUG23 at the Univ. of Kansas, I presented the attached slide deck.

Until invited to speak, and then do the research, I had no idea what an ongoing disaster this was.

Clearly "Prevention by Design" isn't productive

Q. When will ASCE and related groups get this subject out into the daylight?

Cheers,

Bill

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

Hi Bill, I'm a construction PM, and one way designers could help is to simply answer RFIs and provide submittal review in a timely fashion.  Putting contractors in a completely avoidable time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening.  So if a contractor asks for a deliverable by a certain date based on the project schedule and if a designer can deliver on that consistently, a competent contractor will have no excuse that they were under pressure to not perform adequate planning for the successor work activities.

In AUG23 at the Univ. of Kansas, I presented the attached slide deck.

Until invited to speak, and then do the research, I had no idea what an ongoing disaster this was.

Clearly "Prevention by Design" isn't productive

Q. When will ASCE and related groups get this subject out into the daylight?

Cheers,

Bill

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

Thanks Eric!

Re: "Putting contractors in a completely avoidable time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening. "

Please consider telling "Why?" five (5) times "time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening."

1. Why
2. Why
3. Why
4. Why
5. Why

The sequence of the why's will help understanding of the issue you raised.

Cheers,

Bill

Hi Bill, I'm a construction PM, and one way designers could help is to simply answer RFIs and provide submittal review in a timely fashion.  Putting contractors in a completely avoidable time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening.  So if a contractor asks for a deliverable by a certain date based on the project schedule and if a designer can deliver on that consistently, a competent contractor will have no excuse that they were under pressure to not perform adequate planning for the successor work activities.

In AUG23 at the Univ. of Kansas, I presented the attached slide deck.

Until invited to speak, and then do the research, I had no idea what an ongoing disaster this was.

Clearly "Prevention by Design" isn't productive

Q. When will ASCE and related groups get this subject out into the daylight?

Cheers,

Bill

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

Thanks Eric!

Re: "Putting contractors in a completely avoidable time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening. "

Please consider telling "Why?" five (5) times "time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening."

1. Why
2. Why
3. Why
4. Why
5. Why

The sequence of the why's will help understanding of the issue you raised.

Cheers,

Bill

Hi Bill, I'm a construction PM, and one way designers could help is to simply answer RFIs and provide submittal review in a timely fashion.  Putting contractors in a completely avoidable time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening.  So if a contractor asks for a deliverable by a certain date based on the project schedule and if a designer can deliver on that consistently, a competent contractor will have no excuse that they were under pressure to not perform adequate planning for the successor work activities.

In AUG23 at the Univ. of Kansas, I presented the attached slide deck.

Until invited to speak, and then do the research, I had no idea what an ongoing disaster this was.

Clearly "Prevention by Design" isn't productive

Q. When will ASCE and related groups get this subject out into the daylight?

Cheers,

Bill

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

Thanks Eric!

Re: "Putting contractors in a completely avoidable time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening. "

Please consider telling "Why?" five (5) times "time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening."

1. Why
2. Why
3. Why
4. Why
5. Why

The sequence of the why's will help understanding of the issue you raised.

Cheers,

Bill

Hi Bill, I'm a construction PM, and one way designers could help is to simply answer RFIs and provide submittal review in a timely fashion.  Putting contractors in a completely avoidable time crunch raises the chance of accidents happening.  So if a contractor asks for a deliverable by a certain date based on the project schedule and if a designer can deliver on that consistently, a competent contractor will have no excuse that they were under pressure to not perform adequate planning for the successor work activities.

In AUG23 at the Univ. of Kansas, I presented the attached slide deck.

Until invited to speak, and then do the research, I had no idea what an ongoing disaster this was.

Clearly "Prevention by Design" isn't productive

Q. When will ASCE and related groups get this subject out into the daylight?

Cheers,

Bill

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.

Hi, William 

Let me share something about Safety in Construction in Mexico: 

Safety in Mexico Construction: An Urgent Call for Improvement

🚧 Safety in Mexico Construction: An Urgent Call for Improvement 🚧

Safety in construction is critical worldwide, and Mexico is no exception. Despite the rapid growth in Mexico's construction industry, safety challenges persist. In 2022, the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) reported over 13,000 workplace accidents in the construction sector, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures.

Current Challenges:

1. Inadequate Training: Many workers lack proper safety training.
2. Insufficient PPE: Some employers fail to provide necessary protective gear.
3. Lax Inspections: Safety regulations are not consistently enforced.

Common Hazards:

• Falls from heights
• Electrical accidents
• Machinery injuries

Illustrative Data:

• 2,500 construction-related fatalities in 2022 (INEGI)

Notable Incidents:

1. Electrocution on a Construction Site in Monterrey (2022): In August 2022, a worker was electrocuted while installing electrical wiring in a building under construction in Monterrey. The incident was attributed to inadequate safety training and failure to de-energize electrical circuits during maintenance.

2. Fall from Scaffolding in Guadalajara (2021): A construction worker fell from a scaffold on a high-rise building project in Guadalajara in November 2021. The worker was not wearing a safety harness, and the scaffold lacked proper guardrails, highlighting the need for stricter adherence to safety protocols.

3. Machinery Accident in Tijuana (2022): In June 2022, a worker operating a concrete mixer in Tijuana suffered severe injuries when the machine malfunctioned. The investigation revealed that the machinery had not been properly maintained, and the worker had not received adequate training on its operation.

Potential Improvements:

• Enhanced Training: Comprehensive safety training for all workers.
• Technological Advancements: Using drones for site inspections and VR for safety training.
• Stricter Enforcement: Regular safety inspections and stringent regulations.

Call to Action: Government bodies, construction companies, and workers must collaborate to create a safer working environment. Prioritizing safety will protect lives and boost industry productivity.

Ensuring safety in the construction industry is crucial. Let's work together to make construction in Mexico safer for everyone. 🦺👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

Introduction
Despite efforts to eliminate serious injury and fatalities (SIFs), fatality rates have plateaued for the last 10 years,

and the construction industry still remains as one of the deadliest industries (US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020a).

In 2019 alone there were 1,102 construction worker fatalities, the highest number of deaths in construction

since 2011 (Brown et al. 2021; US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020b). In response to the intolerable societal, emotional,
and financial distress associated with SIFs, the construction industry continues to increase its investment in SIF prevention.