Correlação entre a análise de riscos de acidentes e a responsabilidade legal do engenheiro na gestão de projetos da construção civil.

Abstract

The construction industry encompasses a wide range of activities, with diverse work segments, including: building construction, infrastructure projects and specialized construction services. In Brazil, the construction industry stands out as the sector with the highest labor absorption, due to the wide supply of work and the relative lack of restrictions on recruitment. However, due to the significant concentration of workers in situations of socioeconomic inequality, this sector is one of the main generators of work accidents in the country. Therefore, the objective of the work was to establish a relationship between the possible risks to which workers are exposed in foundation construction processes such as footings and the obligations and responsibilities of the civil engineer in their professional practice. This research used the HAZOP method to evaluate the risks inherent to the construction process of footing-type foundations, including the actions of the civil engineer to mitigate possible risks. The nodes chosen were: cleaning the area and staking; excavation, installation of ballast and crushed stone; and placing and compacting the concrete. The civil engineer plays a fundamental role on the construction site to prevent accidents. This includes training workers, providing guidance and requiring the appropriate use of individual and collective protective equipment. Furthermore, it is the engineer's responsibility to implement the guidelines established by the Regulatory Standards, thus ensuring a safe working environment in compliance with current safety standards.