Dr. Wakisa Simukonda

Dr. Wakisa Simukonda

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Land Economy & Quantity Surveying

6 publications

Dr. Wakisa Simukonda is a Lecturer in the Department of Land Economy and Quantity Surveying at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS). He received his PhD in Construction Management from Nelson Mandela University (NMU) (2024), an MSc in Construction Project Management from Un...

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A Perception Survey of Lean Management Practices for Safer Off-Site Construction

Journal Article
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Dr. Wakisa Simukonda
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Dr. Wakisa Simukonda
Abstract
Lean practice is recognised for having a great potential in promoting safety risk management in off-site construction (OSC). This paper presents results of a study conducted to assess the impact of lean practice on safety risk management in OSC in a developing country. A quantitative approach using a survey-based questionnaire was adopted. Lean management practices (LMPs) identified from a literature review were empirically tested using a sample survey of 103 OSC contractors. The survey responses were subjected to descriptive and inferential statistics. The top ranked LMPs for safety risk management in OSC included two mistake-proofing practices, i.e., use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and use of hazard warning equipment; two last planner system (LPS) practices, i.e., involvement of workers in safety planning and providing necessary working equipment; and one first run studies (FRS) practice, i.e., critical analysis of work methods. These LMPs are useful in controlling high-consequence safety risks in OSC. Based on evidence found in this study, the paper argues that lean practice can bring great value to safety risk management in OSC in countries where OSC is transitioning.
Year of Publication
2024
Journal Name
Buildings
Volume
14
Issue
9
Page Numbers
2860
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