Interest in construction innovation has grown considerably over the past three decades. The growth in innovation research was largely spurred by the need to improve poor project performance within the construction industry. A primary contributor to poor construction industry performance is the high rate of construction worker injuries and fatalities. Past studies indicate that adoption of new technologies-including safety related technologies-in the construction industry is subject to resistance from construction stakeholders. Although studies focused on technology adoption drivers and barriers in construction exist, there have been limited studies focused on determining the factors that drive the adoption of safety technology. Using technology acceptance theories, a technology centered change model, and a value proposition framework, the present study proposes a theoretical framework that could assist in improving the odds of safety technology adoption. First, an extensive literature review spanning the construction industry and other adjacent industries was conducted to identify the factors that influence adoption of safety technologies. Based on the results of the literature review, 12 factors were identified. Results from a survey questionnaire indicate that cost savings, technology effectiveness, reliability, ease of use, and useful technical attributes are the key factors that influence adoption decision. This finding informs the development of a theoretical framework-construction safety technology adoption framework (C-STAF). The study results have the potential to create practical directions for technology manufacturers and end-users thereby improving the adoption of safety technologies in the construction industry.
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