Use of Knowledge Graphs for Construction Safety Management: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

Effective safety management is crucial in the construction industry. The growing interest in employing Knowledge Graphs (KGs) for safety management in construction is driven by the need for efficient computing-aided safety practices. This paper systematically reviews the literature related to automating safety management processes through knowledge base systems, focusing on the creation and utilization of KGs for construction safety. It captures current methodologies for developing and using KGs in construction safety management, outlining the techniques for each phase of KG development, including scope identification, integration of external data, ontological modeling, data extraction, and KG completion. This provides structured guidance on building a KG for safety management. Moreover, this paper discusses the challenges and limitations that hinder the wider adoption of KGs in construction safety management, leading to the identification of goals and considerations for future research.