HUMAN AND PHYSICAL CAPITAL OF CRAFTSMEN IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Tunji-Olayeni, P .F and Afolabi, A.O. and Omuh, I. O. and Ojelabi, Rapheal A. and Alaka, Rotimi (2018) HUMAN AND PHYSICAL CAPITAL OF CRAFTSMEN IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. International Journal of Civil Engineering and Technology, 9 (6). pp. 1274-1279. ISSN 0976-6316

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Abstract

Construction craftsmen are one of the most vulnerable groups of workers. Hazardous working environment, temporal nature of work and poor wages characterize construction work. The study assessed the livelihood pattern of craftsmen with a view to improving their socioeconomic conditions. The study adopted a descriptive case study research design. Human and physical capitals of craftsmen were assessed. The most common livelihood activity of the craftsmen surveyed was bricklaying. The livelihood outcome of the craftsmen can be described as fair since they were able to meet their basic needs; however, the craftsmen desire to have a more steady flow of income and a better neighbourhood to live in.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	construction industry, craftsmen, human capital,livelihood, physical capital.
Subjects:	T Technology > T Technology (General) T Technology > TH Building construction
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Engineering Sciences
Depositing User:	Mrs Hannah Akinwumi
Date Deposited:	06 Jul 2018 08:22
Last Modified:	06 Jul 2018 08:22
URI:	http://eprints.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/id/eprint/11110

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