Abstract

Malaysian construction industry is considered as substantial power for the economy of the country. The value of construction work is increasing year per year. Malaysia’s economy experienced a commendable growth the recent years; basically, the construction industry is statistically significant with economic development and has strong linkages with other industry sectors. However, the Malaysian construction industry is facing many challenges especially the fatal accidents. These last came first on top of the construction sector compared all other industries. This article describes the importance of the construction sector for Malaysia’s economy and its efficient contribution across all states of Malaysia. Furthermore, detailed statistics and analysis were carried out to describe the severity of fatal accidents occurred in construction industry of Malaysia. Besides, recommendations were listed in order to better manage the construction industry without involving in fatal accidents. By taking into account the significant influence of the construction industry on Malaysian economy, full attention should be given to the construction field by the Malaysian government and improve further the construction management in general and the construction safety in particular.

Details

Title
The discrepancy in the construction industry of Malaysia: one of the most contributing industries in Malaysia’s economy and the highest contributor of the fatal accidents
Author
Zid, Chaher 1 ; Kasim, Narimah 1 ; Ali Raza Soomro 2 ; Abdelbaki Laidoune 3 

 Department of Construction Management, Faculty of Technology Management & Business, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia. 
 Limkokwing University of Creative Technology. 
 University of Batna 2 Mostafa Ben Boulaid, Health & Safety Institute. 
Publication year
2020
Publication date
Apr 2020
Publisher
IOP Publishing
ISSN
17578981
e-ISSN
1757899X
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
2562239130
Copyright
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