32.8.2. Predictive Safety Models

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are predictive safety models?

   Hint

   Think about how past data is used to assess safety.

2. 2.

   What is the purpose of risk scoring?

   Hint

   Consider why numbers might help with safety.

3. 3.

   What do predictive safety models use to assess risks?

   • Current safety measures
   • Historical incident data
   • Expert opinions

   Hint

   Think about what informs predictions.

4. 4.

   Risk scoring quantifies safety levels on construction sites.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how risks can be measured.

5. 5.

   Construct a detailed predictive safety model for a construction site known for equipment accidents. Include data sources, scoring criteria, and the training programs you would implement.

   Hint

   What data would you find most insightful?

6. 6.

   Discuss potential ethical implications of relying heavily on historical data for predictive safety models, particularly regarding worker safety.

   Hint

   Think about how historical data sets can differ from real-time scenarios.