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Chapter 20 of the book "Design and Construction: Building in Value," is presented. The chapter explores the changing attitudes to occupational health and safety (OHS) in the construction industry and how worker safety and well-being can be improved. Human error is reportedly a factor in the majority of work-related accidents. Construction work organization, procurement route and pre-construction planning are factors to consider in selecting controls for OHS risks. Also described is the construction design and management regulations in Great Britain.

Chapter 16 of the book "Design and Construction: Building in Value," is presented. The chapter discusses factors to consider regarding waste management in the construction industry. Factors contributing to increase in pollution and the need for sustainable construction industry includes demographic changes, increasing affluence and technological advances. Factors to consider regarding waste management include demolition, material supply, waste disposal and others. A case study of waste management at Colonial Stadium in Melbourne is also presented.