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Safety training in the construction industry needs new methods and procedures if it is to effectively reduce currently high accident statistics figures. The HSEQ Training Park is a novel safety training innovation that enables practical demonstrations and active participation. The Park was constructed in Northern Finland through the cooperation of almost 70 companies and communities. It began its activities with trainer trainings in the spring of 2014. This study provides an overview of the design, construction process and structure of the Training Park.
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We wish to express our gratitude to the partners of the HSEQ Training Park Northern Finland association. Furthermore, we would like to thank the trainees who participated in the training point assessments.
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Reiman, A., Airaksinen, O., Väyrynen, S., Aaltonen, M. (2015). HSEQ Training Park in Northern Finland—A Novel Innovation and Forum for Cooperation in the Construction Industry. In: Väyrynen, S., Häkkinen, K., Niskanen, T. (eds) Integrated Occupational Safety and Health Management. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-13180-1_10
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