Determinants of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) in the Construction Industry

Despite the societal and economic significance, the construction industry is notably recognised as a global contributor to occupational injuries. Environmental, health and safety (EHS) has become a fundamental and strategic element for business operations of industries. Yet, the construction industry continually faces challenges regarding EHS practices. Managing and implementing effective EHS strategies enables organisations to achieve their business objectives and increase productivity. While the field of occupational health and safety (OHS) has gained significant traction in the industry, there has been a lack of focus on effectively managing the environmental, safety, and health implications on the construction workforce and its activities. This study aims to determine the EHS components in the construction industry. A comprehensive literature review was conducted using Scopus and Google Scholar databases. The study findings identified components of each aspect. Environmental factors include waste management, noise, air emissions and ambient air quality, water management, energy conservation, and land management. Major health factors identified include physical, psychological, biological, chemical, ergonomics and psychosocial factors. In contrast, major safety components identified include safety climate, safety perceptions, safety behaviours, management strategies and physically unsafe conditions. The study outcome will enhance the study of critical factors influencing EHS on construction sites in future research.