Identifying barriers and enablers for implementing smart site safety system (SSSS) in Hong Kong

Abstract

The Smart Site Safety System (SSSS) is a comprehensive safety management platform that has been recently implemented in the local construction industry. The Government and the Construction Industry Council (CIC) are actively advocating the use of SSSS as an innovative method to enhance construction site safety. Recent research has identified barriers and enablers in the implementation of SSSS. This paper presents a compilation of 29 factors that influence the implementation of SSSS. These elements were identified through a literature review and interviews and were then incorporated into a questionnaire. The framework is organized across multilevels, including individual, organization, industry, and technology levels. The results from the questionnaire are used to determine the importance and significance of factors that affect the adoption of SSSS. Comparisons of the significance levels among several groups of responders from diverse backgrounds are also undertaken. The primary discoveries indicate that workers' possible hesitancy, advancements in technology, project size, and industry nature are crucial determinants in the deployment of SSSS. Subsequently, the findings obtained from the interviewees are analyzed and demonstrated, revealing a correlation between the results derived from both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Finally, recommendations are being proposed to further optimize the promotion of SSSS, taking into account the identified level of significance. To enhance the adoption of SSSS, it is recommended to implement a comprehensive approach that encompasses individual, organizational, industry, and technological aspects. It is anticipated that this research will contribute to the further improvement and wider adoption of SSSS, hence enhancing the safety performance of the overall construction industry.