Engineers suggest steps to curb accidents on Rama II

The Thailand Structural Engineers Association ( TSEA ) has suggested steps to prevent repeat accidents on Rama II Road and other significant projects.

The recommended actions include essential reviews of ongoing projects, especially those that are close to public roads, as well as legal measures to improve health and oversight.

Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, the leader of the opposition People’s Party ( PP ), received a suggestion from TSEA president Amorn Pimanmas regarding ways to reduce accidents on Rama II Road and safety measures for large projects.

An immediate review of continuous state-funded projects was among them. The government is urged to impose stringent safety standards, set up appropriate engineering oversight, and control the use of construction materials– all of which can be put into practice right away.

Mr. Amorn argued that the Engineering Act may also apply to those in other jobs, including webpage supervisors, laborers, and technicians, even though it only applies to engineers. The association advises that all key workers go through training and acquire certifications or permits, particularly for public works projects that are being done for the government. Also addressed were the responsibilities of supervising both large and small vendors and suppliers.

For instance, Mr. Amorn argued that a program should be established for smaller contractors engaged in metal structure assembly, demolition, and building lifting. These things shouldn’t get left to people with poor credentials, he continued. Additionally, the plan recommends regular inspections and the use of CCTV cameras on construction sites.

TSEA supports the president’s points calculation program as a contractor’s penalty, but Mr. Amorn said protective measures were more important.

Mr. Natthaphong pledged to work with Samut Songkhram and Samut Sakhon regions ‘ Members on the changes. He claimed that over the past six years, thousands of accidents at design websites on Rama II Road have been reported, resulting in numerous fatalities, but that some people have been held accountable.

Surachet Laophulsuk, government of Thailand’s Expressway Authority, said all dirt had been removed after a beam fell on Saturday near the Dao Khanong burdens wall.