Identification and Resolution of Work Space Conflicts in Building Construction
Publication: Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
Volume 128, Issue 4
Abstract
Numerous workers, equipment, material, temporary facilities, as well as permanent structures share the limited space during construction. Since space constraints may affect productivity and the critical path, it is essential to organize the available space efficiently and minimize space conflicts. This study considers space availability due to time and scheduling, productivity loss due to space constraints and path interference, as well as the possibility of alternative space to resolve these conflicts and optimize space usage. Herein, computer-aided design is integrated with scheduling software for the dynamic identification of space conflicts on the jobsite. Follow-up supplemental decision criteria are then provided for conflict analysis and resolution. A prototype decision support system that combines the criteria was developed to solve this significant and complex problem more efficiently and precisely. A case study demonstrates the use and development of this system, which is very helpful to engineers and project managers.
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Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
Volume 128 • Issue 4 • August 2002
Pages: 287 - 295
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Copyright © 2002 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Jan 23, 2001
Accepted: Aug 7, 2001
Published online: Jul 15, 2002
Published in print: Aug 2002
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