Enhancing Tower Crane Operation Skills in Aerial Construction Factories Through Virtual Reality Training: A Controlled Study

This study examines the impact of virtual reality (VR) training on enhancing the skills of tower crane operators in Aerial Construction Factories (ACFs). As ACF operations become increasingly complex with higher safety demands, traditional training methods struggle to simulate high-risk scenarios and provide sufficient hands-on experience. By leveraging VR technology, this study offers an immersive and interactive training environment where operators can practice in risk-free, controlled virtual scenarios. VR-based experiments were conducted to measure performance in task completion time, operational accuracy, self-efficacy, and the frequency of collision warnings during simulated tasks. The results demonstrated significant improvements in both task accuracy and operator confidence, along with reductions in task completion time and collision warnings. These findings suggest that VR training addresses the limitations of conventional methods, offering a more cost-effective, scalable, and safe solution for improving crane operator skills within ACFs. Ultimately, the study highlights the transformative potential of VR technology in enhancing operator proficiency, safety awareness, and accident prevention in the challenging and hazardous environment of ACFs.