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Manufacturing: The Qualitative Study Of A Transition To A Green Facility, Brandon David Staves
Manufacturing: The Qualitative Study Of A Transition To A Green Facility, Brandon David Staves
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
This qualitative study focused on answering three core questions: How have facilities reduce pollutions in regards to the quality of air, water, land, light and noise? Which Types of pollution reduction projects are more or less successful to implement? What types of pollution are facilities focusing on and why? The results of the 15 companies surveyed show a variety of projects that facilities have used to reduce pollution, it also shows that cost is a major factor in the unsuccessful projects, and that facilities are actively focused on reducing Air, Land, and Water pollution. While the data shows a variety …
The Status Of Construction Jobsite Emergency Alert Systems In The Construction Industry, Steven E. Pulver
The Status Of Construction Jobsite Emergency Alert Systems In The Construction Industry, Steven E. Pulver
Construction Management Theses
There are various types of emergency alert systems available in the construction industry from the air horn to more complex remote and app-based systems. This study utilizes an industry survey to identify the most commonly used emergency alert methods on jobsites, and the industry professionals’ knowledge and perceptions of app-based and remote emergency alert systems. Results indicate that the air horn is the most commonly used method of emergency alerts, and the construction industry is willing to spend more on the remote emergency alert systems compared to the app-based emergency alert systems. The major concerns from the construction industry are …