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Statutory Adjudication for the Sri Lankan Construction Industry
(Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2023-11-01) Rajapaksha, D.N.S.; Edirisinghe, V.; Perera, A.N.
Disputes are pervasive in the Sri Lankan construction industry, causing project delays and financial burdens. Common dispute resolution methods include negotiation, conciliation, mediation, adjudication, and arbitration. While adjudication is mandatory in Sri Lankan construction contracts, its ineffectiveness and lack of enforceability have prompted the exploration of statutory adjudication. This study investigates the barriers to implementing statutory adjudication in Sri Lanka’s construction industry and proposes solutions. Using a qualitative approach, the study involves literature reviews and interviews with industry professionals. Findings indicate a growing preference for adjudication due to its efficiency and reduced adversarial impact. However, the absence of legislative support poses a significant obstacle. Recommendations include enacting statutory adjudication laws, government involvement, creating frameworks and guidelines, and establishing dispute resolution organizations and court systems. Comparable systems in the UK, Australia, and Singapore provide insights into the types of disputes eligible for resolution. Overcoming operational issues such as biased authority nominations, short adjudication timeframes, and insufficient adjudicator regulations is crucial. Implementing statutory adjudication can enhance confidence among stakeholders, cash flow management, and dispute resolution in Sri Lanka’s construction industry, ultimately fostering its growth and sustainability. This study emphasizes the need for legislative backing, government engagement, and comprehensive system development to facilitate statutory adjudication’s successful integration. Recommendations also include promoting awareness, training adjudicators, and encouraging professionals to become adjudicators in the industry, ensuring the construction sector’s continuous improvement.
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A STUDY ON THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES TO THE NEIGHBOURING RESIDENCES DUE TO THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN SRI LANKA
(Ceylon Institute of Builders - Sri Lanka, 2023-07-21) Arjuna, M.P.; Edirisinghe, V.; Manoharan, K.; Herath, S.S.
This study investigates the physical and mental health issues experienced by neighbouring residences as a result of construction projects in Sri Lanka. Specifically, it examines the impact of these projects on respiratory distress, hearing impairments, traffic congestion, lack of landscape, and flooding conditions. Additionally, the study explores the psychological effects on residents and emphasises the importance of health and safety measures in project management. Data collection involved conducting interviews with project managers, site safety officers, and a male nurse from three selected construction sites, followed by a questionnaire survey administered to 30 neighbouring residents. The study provides recommendations to mitigate adverse impacts, raise community awareness, and promote environmentally friendly practices in the construction industry. The findings enhance understanding of the health challenges faced by neighbouring residents and offer insights to policymakers and project managers to improve the well-being of affected communities.