Design for Safety Management Framework (DfSMF)
In collaboration with Singapore’s Changi Airport Group (CAG) Terminal 5 project, this research develops a globally adaptable, ISO 45001-aligned Design for Safety Management Framework (DfSMF). It integrates lifecycle-based safety practices into a unified, auditable, and scalable framework that can adapt to diverse international regulatory landscapes.
This study is a collaboration between Changi Airport Group (CAG), our strategic partner for DfS integration in the Terminal 5 project, and Institution of Engineers Singapore (IES), for co-developing Singapore’s leading DfS knowledge library.
Key features
Standardised DfS management framework
Aligns with ISO 45001 for consistency across global projects
AI-augmented safety management
Uses Large Language Models (LLMs) and multi-modal AI for automated risk analysis and compliance optimisation
Comprehensive DfS knowledge library
Curates real-world safety case studies for practical learning and decision-making
Lifecycle-integrated practices
Embeds safety strategies into project planning, design, and execution
Comparative overview of DfS regulatory frameworks worldwide
DfS Library
IES-NUS Design for Safety (DfS) Library for Designers
A curated digital library to help designers proactively manage construction and maintenance design risks through practical examples, DfS considerations, and recommended interventions. The IES-NUS DfS Library empowers designers with real-world case studies, design risk insights, and actionable interventions to eliminate hazards at the source and improve safety throughout a project’s lifecycle.
What's inside?
This free resource contains:
- Common hazards with detailed risk descriptions
- Practical solutions and alternative design approaches
- Real-world examples of DfS applications
- Links to relevant safety standards and guidelines
Why use this Toolkit?
- Grounded in real-world case studies from the construction industry
- Learn from validated case studies and industry best practices
- Identify risks early and integrate safer design solutions
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