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Risk Perception and Coping Behavior of Construction Workers on Occupational Health Risks—A Case Study of Nanjing, China
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Article Risk Perception and Coping Behavior of Construction Workers on Occupational Health Risks—A Case Study of Nanjing, China Hui Liu 1, Jie Li 2 , Hongyang Li 3,4,5, He Li 6, Peng Mao 1,* and Jingfeng Yuan 7 1 Department of Construction Management, College of Civil Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China; [email protected] 2 School of Civil and Transportation Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China; [email protected] 3 Business School, Hohai University, Nanjing 211100, China; [email protected] 4 School of Civil Engineering and Transportation, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China 5 State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Building Science, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China 6 College of Civil Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha 410082, China; [email protected] 7 Department of Construction and Real Estate, School of Civil Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China; [email protected] * Correspondence: [email protected]; Tel.: +86-138-0517-1820 Abstract: To reduce harm caused by occupational health risks of construction workers exposed to working environments, especially those for interior decoration, it is crucial for them to actively recognize and prevent these risks. Therefore, how to improve their occupational health risks percep- tion and regulate their coping behaviors should be of great concern. However, most prior studies target construction worker safety, and little research focuses on risk analysis from the psychological Citation: Liu, H.; Li, J.; Li, H.; Li, H.; level of workers. Hence, construction workers’ occupational health risk perception level and coping Mao, P.; Yuan, J. -
Lead Plumber Job Description
LEAD PLUMBER JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Lead Plumber Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Manager of Maintenance & Operations Pay Grade: 307 (Auxilary Calendar) Dept. /School: Maintenance Date Revised: 7/2018 Primary Purpose: Maintain the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures districtwide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Valid Texas Journey Plumber license Valid Texas driver’s license Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques Knowledge of plumbing codes Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material Ability to perform mathematical calculations Ability to diagnose and resolve problems Ability to use hand and power tools Experience: Ten years experience in plumbing field Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair 1. Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes. 2. Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders. 3. Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, commodes, water heaters, water softeners, etc. 4. Repair dishwashers and kitchen equipment that incorporate gas or water consumption. 5. Receive and complete work orders. 6. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates. LEAD PLUMBER JOB DESCRIPTION 7. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used. 8. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. 9. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean. -
Twin Rivers Unified School District Position Description Position: Maintenance Specialist III - Plumber Salary Grade: 118
Twin Rivers Unified School District Position Description Position: Maintenance Specialist III - Plumber Salary Grade: 118 Board Approved: 12/15/15 Effective: 2/1/16 FLSA: Non-exempt Summary Provides plumbing services and support to the design, construction, upgrade, and repair of District facilities. Serves as a contributor to other skilled trades such as in the construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of facilities, buildings, and mechanical systems. Distinguishing Career Features The Maintenance III - Plumber is a skilled maintenance specialist, requiring journey-level skills and experience in commercial plumbing for water distribution, wastewater, gas, steam, and other fluid flow systems. The Maintenance Specialist IV – Licensed Commercial Plumber is differentiated from those performing at Maintenance Specialist III in that it requires a commercial plumbing license and the ability to design and assemble plumbing systems for a full range of fluid flow and distribution. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Plumbing . Participates in and may singularly perform major plumbing repairs. Inspects, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems, equipment, appliances, controls, and fixtures, for water, steam, wastewater, gas, and other fluid flows. Participates in the installation, maintenance, and repair of fixtures such as toilets, sinks, fountains, hot water heaters, dish-and clothes-washing machines, backflow devices, gas appliance safety controls, steam tables, plumbing fixtures, drains, sinks, sumps, pumps, water heaters and loops, and showers. Solders and sweats pipe lines and joints. Accesses and retrieves work orders using the automated work order system. May enter time and materials information associated with work performed on orders. Installs, tests, maintains, and prepares documentation about the testing and maintenance of backflow devices, fire sprinkler devices, and fixtures. -
Structural Components, Lifting Mechanism, Crane Control Project Has Been Established with a View to Remove the Need to Have Workers in High Places
Impact Objectives • Increase construction worker safety using automated technologies • Develop autonomous erection systems that can be controlled remotely Improving construction worker safety Professors Shih-Chung Kang and Chia-Ming Chang and PhD candidates Yao-Yu Yang and Ci-Jyun Liang discuss their pioneering efforts to remove the need for human beings to work in high, potentially dangerous places structural engineering to construction, in particular automated construction methods. Could you introduce AutoCon in layman’s terms? Professor Shih-Chung Professor Chia-Ming Yao-Yu Yang Ci-Jyun Liang YY: AutoCon is an abbreviation for Kang Chang autonomous connector. This is a connector design that is customised for autonomous Could you begin by providing a brief Laboratories. My research interests include construction. Conventional automation overview of your respective research data visualisation, computer vision, for construction usually involves inventing interests and aims? smart monitoring device, and robotics in machines that complete work initiated by construction. humans. In contrast, AutoCon is a design, SK: I have a PhD from Stanford University, but also a concept, that tries to think about USA, and am now a Professor in the CL: I am currently a graduate student at the automation for construction. It begins Department of Civil Engineering in National the Robotics Institute in the University by redesigning the very basic element of the Taiwan University (NTU). My research of Michigan, USA. I am working with structure – the structural connector. focuses on advanced visual and robotics Professor Vineet Kamat in the Laboratory tools for engineering purposes, with a view to for Interactive Visualisation in Engineering Why did your team opt to employ a ‘bottom- eliminating the need for workers to be in high (LIVE). -
Disciplinary Action List of General Contractors and Developers
Disciplinary Action List of General Contractors and Developers (Updated May 18, 2010) Name Role Dispo Date Disposition Ali Vazir, Mohamed Architect 1/7/2010 Privileges to Self-Certification program revoked. Placed on one year probation for Standard Plan and Developer Services processes. Iuro, Anthonry J. Architect 1/7/2010 Privileges to Self-Certification program revoked. Placed on one year probation for Standard Plan and Developer Services processes. Illie Venter/Venter and Associates Developer 12/4/2008 Circuit Court ordered entered 1) pay any outstanding fees and obtain the Certificate of Occupancy. 2) agreed settlement of $150,000.00. 3) Surrender for revocation all licenses held by Ilie Venter and Venter & Associates. 4) $300,000 default fine if defendant fails comply with the terms of the agreement. Sedgwick Properties, Marty Paris Developer 12/1/2008 Settlement was reached with the developer of 437 W. North Ave, Sedgwick Properties, and the condo association. The developer will pay the condo association $75,000 and commence immediate repairs at the property totaling approximately $40,000 more. The developer will pay the city a $1000 fine, which will escalate if there is any unreasonable delay in the developer getting the repairs done. PSS Enterprises/Spiro Arsenis Developer & 5/18/2010 Circuit Court ordered entered 1) voluntarily surrender its PSS Enterprises/Steve Konstantopoulos General General Contractor's license. 2) barred from applying for Contractor or holding any General Contractor's license or real estate developer's license for a period of 4 years. 3) not allowed to participate as a partner, principle or agent or take any role in as a licensee of City of Chicago general contractor's license for 4 years. -
Identifying Determinants of Construction Worker Performance on Construction Sites: a Literature Review
International Journal of Innovation, Management and Technology, Vol. 8, No. 1, February 2017 Identifying Determinants of Construction Worker Performance on Construction Sites: A Literature Review Chioma S. Okoro, Innocent Musonda, and Justus Agumba executing the processes and activities in construction, they Abstract—The construction industry in many developed and have a significant influence on labour productivity and it is developing countries suffers from delays and cost overruns due important to know what they need and what affects their to poor labour productivity. This paper aims to identify performance [9]. Continuous attention to the determinants determinants of construction workers’ performance on of construction workers’ performance is vital if maximal construction sites in terms of ratio of output to input (productivity). A literature review of relevant literature was productivity in the industry is desired. conducted from journals and conference proceedings and Research has been conducted on the determinants of theses, based on international and South African context. The labour productivity. Ref. [10] used a Health and Labour study identified that wages/salary, working time, financial Questionnaire and a Quantity and Quality instrument to initiatives, communication, nutrition, fatigue and health, measure the effect of health status of workers (including adequacy of plans and specifications, availability of industrial and construction workers). Reference [11] consumables, education and training on the job, management dynamics, safety measures and proper work planning explored project managers’ perceptions (in Uganda) on the determine construction workers’ performance on construction labour productivity factors in relation to time, cost and sites. The findings of the present study could help constitution quality only. Ref. -
Plumber - II Staff Type: Classified FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Unit: Maintenance & Operations Salary Range: 32
San Diego Community College District Page: 1 of 2 CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION Job Code: E1345 Original Date: 11/1985 Last Revision: 01/2016 Title: Plumber - II Staff Type: Classified FLSA status: Non-exempt Unit: Maintenance & Operations Salary Range: 32 DEFINITION Under the direction of the District Facilities Supervisor-Buildings and Grounds or assigned supervisor, perform, plan, and direct semi-skilled and skilled plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance work of sewer, storm drain, gas, and water systems. Act as a lead person over a crew of journey-level plumbers and assistants to perform plumbing and other related work. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the master level classification of the Plumber series. Incumbents provide the highest level of expertise in the craft for the District, determining and assuring that standard trade practice is followed. Incumbents have a higher level understanding of the craft. In addition to regular duties, including troubleshooting and fixing more complex problems, the Plumber-II has lead responsibilities under the direction of the District Facilities Supervisor. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 1. Prioritize work orders to best serve immediate needs of campuses. Estimate labor and material costs; prepare job progress reports and maintain records. Provide work direction and guidance to a Plumber-I or other maintenance assistants as assigned. Instruct in proper methods and procedures. 2. Evaluate and monitor work performance of contractors. Coordinate work of other trades (welding, carpentry, paint) as necessary; follow and report on job progress; ensure jobs are completed in priority order. 3. Install, maintain, and repair plumbing equipment and fixtures; repair water, gas, and sewer systems; install and maintain steam and hot water heating systems; repair broken valves, hydrants, and fire sprinkler systems; service pipes and drinking fountains. -
Architecture & Construction Cluster
Architecture & Construction Cluster Construction Pathway - The Construction Pathway is a portal for students to pass through where they can select the occupation(s) within the construction industry that they would like to pursue. Students will have opportunities to gain entry-level skills in the carpentry, masonry, electrical trades, HVAC, plumbing, heavy equipment and other related occupations available to them in the construction industries. Residential HVAC Installer - This career major is an introduction to air-conditioning and refrigeration, exploring career opportunities in the HVAC/R industry. Plumbing Installer - This career major is an introduction to the plumbing trade, safety practices, tools and equipment and the responsibilities of a person working in the construction industry. Residential Electricians Assistant - This career major will introduce students to the safety practices, use of hand and power tools/equipment and electrical theory related to the electrical industry. Air Distribution Fabricator/Installer - This career major is an introduction to the sheet metal trade, use of power and hand tools, layout tools, cutting, bending, and forming tools and equipment. Personal safety and equipment maintenance are also covered in this course. Cabinetmaker - This career major is an introduction to the safety practices, tool and equipment, trade related math, blueprint reading and job opportunities in the cabinetmaking industry. Brick Mason - This career major is an introduction to the masonry materials and processes used in the masonry industry, safety, uses of brick and blocks, mortar mixing techniques, and laying masonry units. Advanced Frame Carpenter - This career major is designed at a higher level to train students in skills required to enter the carpentry industry with skills above the beginning carpenter. -
Employment in the Construction Industry in the Past 30 Years
TMCIT/2001 INTERNATIONAL LABOUR ORGANIZATION The construction industry in the twenty- first century: Its image, employment prospects and skill requirements Tripartite Meeting on the Construction Industry in the Twenty-first Century: Its Image, Employment Prospects and Skill Requirements Geneva, 2001 INTERNATIONAL LABOUR OFFICE GENEVA Contents Introduction........................................................................................................................................ 1 The context ................................................................................................................................ 1 Background to the Meeting........................................................................................................ 2 Outline of the report................................................................................................................... 3 1. Construction output and employment: The global picture......................................................... 5 1.1. Output and employment at the end of the twentieth century........................................... 5 1.2. Global trends in output and employment......................................................................... 8 1.3. The role of construction employment and characteristics of the workforce.................... 11 1.4. Construction in the eyes of the workforce....................................................................... 13 2. Recent changes in employment relationships and industrial structure ..................................... -
Construction Workers' Health and Safety During Post Disaster Reconstruction Phase: a Case Study in Nepal
Florida International University FIU Digital Commons FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations University Graduate School 3-29-2019 Construction Workers' Health and Safety During Post Disaster Reconstruction Phase: A Case Study in Nepal S M Jamil Uddin Florida International University, [email protected] Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd Part of the Construction Engineering and Management Commons Recommended Citation Uddin, S M Jamil, "Construction Workers' Health and Safety During Post Disaster Reconstruction Phase: A Case Study in Nepal" (2019). FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 4011. https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/4011 This work is brought to you for free and open access by the University Graduate School at FIU Digital Commons. It has been accepted for inclusion in FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations by an authorized administrator of FIU Digital Commons. For more information, please contact [email protected]. FLORIDA INTERNATI ONAL UNIVERSITY Miami, Florida CONSTRUCTION WORKERS’ HEALTH A ND SAFETY DURING POST DISASTER RECONSTRUCTION PHASE: A CASE STUDY IN NEPAL A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of MASTER OF SCIENCE in CONSTRUCTION M ANAGEMENT by S M Jamil Uddin 2019 To: Dean John L. Volakis College of Engineering and Computing This thesis, written by S M Jamil Uddin, and entitled Construction Workers’ Health and Safety during Post Disaster Reconstruction Phase: A Case Study in Nepal, having been approved in respect to style and intellectual content, is referred to you for judgment. We have read this thesis and recommend that it be approved. _______________________________________ N. Emel Ganapati _______________________________________ Jose A. -
2020 Construction Apprenticeship Guidebook 1 2020 Construction Apprenticeship Guidebook
King County • Pierce County • Snohomish County 2020 Construction Apprenticeship Guidebook 1 2020 Construction Apprenticeship Guidebook View online at www.bitly.com/apprenticeshipguidebook. Produced and compiled by In partnership with www.seattle.gov/priorityhire www.soundtransit.org And with help from www.wabuildingtrades.org www.wsdot.wa.gov www.portseattle.org www.kingcounty.gov/priorityhire www.kingcounty.gov/depts/transportation/metro www.tukwilawa.gov On the cover: Terrance is a laborer apprentice and graduate of the PACT pre-apprenticeship program. Prior to working in construction, Terrance was homeless and struggled to find work. He found out about PACT from friends. Once he signed up, PACT helped him get his life back. He got his driver’s license and earned his high school diploma. Terrance now makes over $31 an hour plus benefits working for Jansen Inc., has an apartment and provides for his family; they no longer rely on welfare or food banks. Terrance’s advice to others is to go for it – you have nothing to lose! Learn more about other pathways into construction on Apprentices in Action (page 3). Updated February 2020 2 Table of Contents Introduction 1 Union Apprenticeship cont. Construction Worker Pathway 2 Drywall Finishers 28 Apprentices in Action 3 Electricians (King) 29 Apprenticeship vs. College 4 Electricians (Pierce) 30 Support Services 5 Electricians (Snohomish) 31 RPAC 7 Elevator Constructors 32 Floor Layers 33 Pre-Apprenticeship 8 Glaziers 34 ANEW 9 Heat & Frost Insulators 35 Carpenters 10 Ironworkers 36 Cement Masons -
Plumber Job Description
Plumber Job Description Job Title: Plumber Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor/Director of Facility Services Dept./School: Facility Services/Maintenance Primary Purpose: Under general supervision, maintain the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures districtwide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Texas journeyman plumber license Valid Texas driver’s license Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques Knowledge of plumbing codes Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material Ability to perform mathematical calculations Ability to diagnose and resolve problems Ability to use hand and power tools Experience: Five years experience in plumbing field Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair 1. Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes. 2. Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders. 3. Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, commodes, water heaters, water softeners, etc. 4. Repair dishwashers and kitchen equipment that incorporate gas or water consumption. 5. Receive and complete work orders. 6. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates. 7. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used. 8. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. 9. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean. Plumber Job Description 10. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.