ASCE Should Have a Construction Safety Committee
Publication: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 118, Issue 1
Abstract
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has served civil engineers and the construction industry since 1852, but does not have a construction safety committee. Civil engineers manage and supervise all types of construction projects throughout the world. Safety is an integral part of civil engineering and construction operations. Civil engineering students need university training about construction safety. Civil engineers working in construction need information and training about construction safety. ASCE members specializing in construction safety should have the opportunity to serve on a Construction Safety Committee. ASCE is to be commended on Policy Statement 350, Construction Site Safety (ASCE Policy 350), but should become a more active participant in the development of safety legislation, standards, and educational materials. These activities will help members fulfill professional duties and responsibilities required by registration laws, codes of ethics/conduct, and safety laws. ASCE must continue to meet the professional needs of civil engineers in construction and create a Construction Safety Committee.
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Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 118 • Issue 1 • January 1992
Pages: 56 - 59
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Copyright © 1992 ASCE.
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Published online: Jan 1, 1992
Published in print: Jan 1992
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