The construction process, right through from planning and design to use and demolition, has a major impact on society. Traditionally, concern has been focused on its environmental impact and the quest for sustainability, but this has now extended into the wider remit of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Essentially, this means that businesses must act (voluntarily) in a socially ethical manner by developing a policy that encompasses the core principles enshrined by CSR. A unique presentation on a topic of emerging importance, Corporate Social Responsibility in the Construction Industry is essential reading for all built environment undergraduate and post-graduate courses, as well as CEOs and senior managers within construction businesses who may be about to embark on developing a CSR strategy.
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Examining the impact of the construction industry on society, this book incorporates expert contributions on government intervention, human and employee rights, community involvement, corruption in the procurement process, and environmental damage.
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1. Introduction 2. The Evolution of Corporate Social Responsibility in Construction 3. A Business Case for Developing a CSR Policy 4. The Role of Construction in Developing Countries 5. Community Interaction 6. Corruption in the UK 7. International Corruption 8. Cartels 9. Sustainable Development 10. The Eco-Building Movement 11. UK House-Building 12. Occupational Health and Safety 13. USA 14. South Africa 15. Hong Kong and Asia Pacific 16. Australia
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780415362078
Publisert
2008-08-28
Utgiver
Vendor
Routledge
Vekt
793 gr
Høyde
234 mm
Bredde
156 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
428

Biographical note

Mike Murray is Course Director of the COnstruction Management MSc at the University of Strathclyde, UK.

Andrew Dainty is Professor of Construction Sociology at Loughborough University, UK.