Intersection of Prevention through Design (PtD) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)

Abstract

The paper presents an in-depth literature review and analysis on the subject of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) to determine if and how IPD facilitates implementation of Prevention through Design (PtD) and improves safety. Based on the responses of a survey conducted among the top contractors listed by Engineering News Record, the paper investigates how PtD implementation can be facilitated through IPD. Early involvement of key stakeholders and vendors in IPD provide the opportunity for designers and contractors to collaborate on safety, implement PtD, and identify opportunities for prefabrication. In addition, the IPD multi-party contracting with shared risks and rewards results into a better alignment of designers and contractors towards a common goal of safety while enhancing project’s value.