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International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)

e-ISSN: 2395-0056

Volume: 10 Issue: 05 | May 2023

p-ISSN: 2395-0072

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BIM as a Design and Safety Tool for Construction Projects Ar. N. Kanagadurga1, Ar. Z. Fathima Taskeen2, Ar. K. Indra Priya3 1Post Graduate Student, M. Arch - Construction Project Management, Faculty of Architecture,

Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Maduravoyal, Chennai, India

2Additional HOD, Faculty of Architecture, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Maduravoyal, Chennai 3Deputy HOD, Faculty of Architecture, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Maduravoyal, Chennai

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like India, although their implementation is problematic. Occupational illness and accidents at work are global issues. National preventive efforts require statistics and information on workplace accidents. Due attention is not given to safety since statistics on construction accidents are either nonexistent or grossly underreported. Safety precautions must be taken into account from the beginning of the project until its conclusion. Safe working conditions need proper coordination between contractors and employees, which is often missing in Indian construction areas. Regardless of sex, religion, location, age, or other factors, occupational health and safety (OHS) is an area that is concerned with the health and safety of people working in any occupation and it is essential for both employee and employer wellbeing. In order to promote OHS in the workplace and protect worker interests and health, the government of India periodically passes various laws, rules, and requirements. Construction has been significantly impacted by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and its rules.

prominence in the construction sector in recent years, notably in the fields of design, scheduling, and costing. The purpose of this study is to examine how traditional health and safety practices may be used in conjunction with BIM technology and digitalization to enhance safety management in the construction environment. The study starts with an extensive review and analysis of the available literature and live case studies. A questionnaire survey was undertaken among construction professionals to examine the adoption of BIM as a design and safety tool in the Indian construction sector. The research finishes with findings about the software involved in using BIM as a design tool and the challenges and barriers to implementing BIM as a safety tool for construction, as well as recommendations for the proper application of the BIM-based theoretical model, which acts as a design and safety management tool used throughout the whole project duration for construction projects.

Key Words: BIM – Building Information Modelling, OHS-

Occupational Health and Safety, Design Tool, Safety Tool, BIM Software.

1.2 Problem Statement Construction-related occupational fatalities, injuries, and diseases cause significant human suffering, affecting not only those directly involved in the construction but also their families and communities, as well as contributing to the national expense of medical treatment and rehabilitation. There is a need to investigate various labour-related issues; there must be a welfare job plan and a safety plan in place, and contractors must adhere to various rules. Different activities must be considered throughout the design stage, and a safe design must be provided to reduce accidents. BIM is fundamentally altering the way construction is approached, from design to scheduling and budgeting to facility management. Automation through BIM is the key to improving the efficacy and efficiency of safety management.

1.INTRODUCTION Building information modelling (BIM) is a potential breakthrough in the fields of design, engineering, and construction. It is transforming the way contractors and engineers conduct business, but it is still in its early stages. BIM was established more than a decade ago, primarily to separate architectural 3D from traditional 2D drawings. It is a lifesaver for complex projects due to its capacity to detect problems early in the design stage. BIM is primarily composed of 3D modelling principles as well as information database technology and compatible software in a desktop computer environment that architects, engineers, and contractors may use to plan and simulate the building of a project. With the aid of this technology, project team members may create a virtual 3D model of the structure and every system within it and share it with one another.

1.3 Aim and Scope of the Study The major aim of this study is to analyse the potentials of BIM as a design tool and a safety management tool. The scope of this research is to understand Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation, collect safety management best practises, and identify the challenges involved in implementing the use of BIM for safety management.

1.1 Background of the study The construction sector in India contributes significantly to the economic growth of the nation. It is one of the largest contribution factors in India after agriculture. Standard recording and notification procedures for building accidents

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