Examining the role of drone technology in building site safety compliance
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https://doi.org/10.15282/jgi.8.2.2025.12533Keywords:
Drone, Technology, Safety Management, Construction, QuantitativeAbstract
Managing safety on construction sites is often regarded as a crucial element in the building industry. In recent years, construction companies have utilised drone technology to monitor the safety of construction sites. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, are aircraft without a pilot that can be controlled remotely or operate independently, using GPS data and software. Construction companies frequently utilise drones to enhance their security measures and effectively reduce risks by capturing and observing high-resolution images with real-time information. This research aimed to investigate the factors that may influence the use of drone technology for construction site safety management in Malaysia. The quantitative study approach using a nonprobability sampling technique was employed in this study. A total of 300 questionnaires were distributed via email to construction sector workers, and 108 replies were obtained. Data were analysed using the SmartPLS 4.0 software. Four independent variables— technological capabilities, safety requirements, operational efficiency, and drone compatibility —were assessed in relation to the use of drone technology on the construction site. The findings indicated that the compatibility of drone (COD) and operational efficiency (OE) were the two key elements driving the construction industry to adopt drone technology. At the same time, safety requirements (SR) and technological capabilities (TC) did not significantly influence the adoption of drone technology in the construction industry. This research offered a clearer insight into the requirements essential for improving the use of drone technology in the Malaysian construction industry.
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