Training Techniques for Artisans to Improve Construction Project Performance in Edo State, Nigeria

The development process of any nation is shaped by the priority given to the development and effective utilization of human resources. The poor quality of labour in Edo state compared to other cities has resulted in clients importing workers from other cities to carry out some trades and skills on their projects. This study aims to evaluate Artisan training techniques for improving construction project performance in Edo State, Nigeria. To accomplish this goal, the factors militating against artisans' training and techniques for artisans to improve their performance were also evaluated. A survey research design was employed to gather data from professionals in the built environment within Edo State through the use of closed-ended questionnaires. Out of 162 questionnaires distributed, 108 were successfully retrieved and considered suitable for analysis. The data were analyzed using percentile and mean score methods. The results identified the primary challenges hindering the training of construction artisans as insufficient funding for training programs, ineffective training methods, and a lack of motivation. The study also revealed that apprenticeship programs, trade testing courses, sponsored training systems, apprenticeship and coaching, conference training, on-the-job training techniques, and new technology training are required to improve the productivity of artisans. As a result, it was recommended that the government increase support for technical and vocational institutions, as well as training and retraining construction workers, in order to improve their performance.