Rework in Construction: A Focus on Error and Violation
Publication: Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
Volume 146, Issue 9
Abstract
There exists a plethora of studies that have examined the nature of rework in construction, yet it remains a problem in practice. It is proffered that the prevailing lens of error prevention that pervades practice has thwarted the ability of construction organizations to understand the context of rework causation and therefore learn from its occurrence. In this paper, a conceptualization of rework based on the manifestation of errors and violations is presented. The proposed frame of reference provides both researchers and construction organizations with a frame of reference to better understand the characteristics of rework causation. Corollaries from acquiring this understanding will be the ability to develop effective strategies to contain and reduce the manifestation of rework.
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Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
Volume 146 • Issue 9 • September 2020
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Received: Feb 3, 2020
Accepted: Apr 29, 2020
Published online: Jun 29, 2020
Published in print: Sep 1, 2020
Discussion open until: Nov 29, 2020
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