Analysis of the Economic Impact of Accidents in Construction Works

Abstract

The construction sector represents worldwide a benchmark for the development of the scales of the economy. In Mexico, despite the boom in housing construction, many construction companies are bankrupt. This situation is worrisome because, in addition, thousands of jobs are generated in this sector, but at the same time, it is here where many accidents occur that immediately result in social and economic effects. For this reason, and despite the advances that have been shown in Mexico, it is necessary to continue working on the analysis of the situation, since, even today, there are businessmen and engineers at all levels who consider that the prevention of occupational risks is an unnecessary expense, the level of awareness has not yet been reached, much less cultural that safety in the works must be an essential part of the quality of the product. In this same sense, construction companies, clients and society itself must be aware of the degree of economic impact caused by accidents and the urgency of carrying out strategic and preventive actions from the moment the activities are planned.