Evaluation of Occupational Health and Safety Training of the Employees of the Building Inspection Company

Abstract

Occupational health and safety practices and norms have gained importance with the developing technology. According to occupational accident statistics, the construction sector takes the first place in occupational accidents and diseases. The fact that there are too many working areas in the construction sector, and the academic education level of the employees are the main reasons for this. Studies show that training in occupational health and safety is effective in preventing occupational accidents. The importance, and contribution of special education, especially in the construction sector, is more visible.  Building inspection firms are firms that perform the task of inspection from the first stage of the construction of a building to the last stage. They check on behalf of the building owner whether the building is of the promised standard and quality. These companies can work on behalf of public and legal entities. These firms, which employ architects, engineers, and construction technicians, ensure that the building is suitable for obtaining a license. This study, was conducted to determine the adequacy and effect of occupational health and safety training on the employees of building inspection companies working in the construction sector, which is one of the most dangerous sectors in terms of fatal accidents. The demographic characteristics of the employees, the findings of work accidents and occupational diseases, their participation in the training, and their awareness of the subject were questioned. In addition to increasing occupational health and safety training, it’ll be possible to prevent accidents by providing vocational training and increasing this awareness