Hello, everyone.

This is Enta.

Do you have a bird's-eye view of the situation?

*Note: "Fukan" refers to looking down from a high vantage point.

Are you so caught up in what’s right in front of you that you’re losing sight of the bigger picture?

If you take a step back and look down from above to get a bird's-eye view of the entire scene, you'll notice quite a lot!

 

1. Safety Management

• Are workers wearing the appropriate **protective gear (helmets, safety harnesses, safety shoes, etc.)**?
• Danger ZoneIs access restricted to (excavation sites, high-altitude work areas, heavy equipment operation areas, etc.)?
• Status of Scaffolding and Temporary Facilities Installation(Is it properly secured? Is there any damage?)
• Evacuation Routes and Emergency Response Measures(Placement of Fire Extinguishers and First-Aid Kits)
• Management Using Checklists

2. Progress on the Work

• Differences between the schedule and the actual workAre there any discrepancies in progress?(Progress Management)
• Structures under construction (such as concrete and mortar placement, rebar assembly, etc.) thatIs everything going according to plan?
• Status of Delivery and Installation of Materials and Equipment(Are there any shortages or delays?)

3. Work Efficiency

• Is the appropriate number of workers assigned (i.e., is there a shortage or surplus of staff)?
• Heavy equipment and vehicles are properly positioned, andAre the traffic flow patterns smooth?
• Are there any unnecessary movements or downtime?(Isn't the craftsman slacking off?)

4. Environmental Management

• Measures to Address Dust, Noise, and Vibrationwhether it is being implemented properly
• Wastewater Treatment and Pollution Control MeasuresHas it been done?
• Have measures been taken to address the impact on nearby residents (road closures, noise, vibration, and clear notification of work activities)?

5. Materials and Equipment Management

• Is the storage location for materials appropriate?(Is it tidy and organized? Is it left out in the rain?)
• Management of Machinery and Heavy Equipment(Is it operating properly? Is it malfunctioning? Are there any oil leaks?)
• Excess or Shortage of Materials(Do we have everything we need for the construction work, and have we set aside anything we don't need?)

6. Traffic Control and Surrounding Area Measures

• Traffic Control Around the Construction Site(Construction Vehicle Traffic and Safety Measures for Pedestrians and Vehicles)
• Appropriate Signs and Directions(Are road closures and safety warnings clearly indicated?)
• Deployment of Security Guards and Directional Staff(Is the appropriate number of staff assigned and carrying out their duties?)

7. Communication and Conveying Instructions

• Site supervisors and foremenAre you giving the workers appropriate instructions?
• Is communication among workers smooth?(Are you working without clarifying any uncertainties or understanding the next steps in the project?)
• Means of communication (radio, smartphones, rotating lights, etc.)Is it being operated properly?

8. Verification of Construction Quality

• The section where the work was performedIs the finished product within the specified design tolerances?(Quality Control)
• Surveying and Deviations from Control PointsIs there any...
• Are the rebar placement and concrete placement accurate?(For anchor installation)

By looking down on the construction site from above,

Safety, Progress, Efficiency, Environment, Materials, Transportation, Quality, Communicationand many other factors such as

You'll be able to check them all at once.

As supervisors and foremen, we should constantly check these points while,

We are expected to respond promptly to any issues that arise.

 

It doesn't matter whether you're a director or a craftsman.

While it’s something a supervisor should definitely do, workers tend to focus solely on the task at hand when they’re on the job.

That’s exactly why I make an effort to look at the big picture.

 

Every day, let’s take a look at our own work, the work of others, and what’s happening around us to imagine what lies ahead for our work!

This is a skill that can be developed to any level through training.

No matter what industry you're in, doing this will help you navigate situations successfully.

Plus, since you’ll have a clear understanding of your own role and responsibilities, it’ll make your work easier.

 

Every now and then,A director who can't see the trees for the forest and whose set is in total chaos...However,

You absolutely must not try this at home, lol.

I've seen that boss and the general contractor look like they're about to die after flying into a rage so many times now lol (not me).

 

See you later.