The Influence of Nudges on Workers’ Safety Behavior in the Construction Industry
The nudge theory has been applied to improve safety behavior in various industries. We implemented the nudge theory in the construction industry to improve worker safety. Nudges for construction safety were grouped into three categories and used in a project. The application of nudges improved worke...
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| description | The nudge theory has been applied to improve safety behavior in various industries. We implemented the nudge theory in the construction industry to improve worker safety. Nudges for construction safety were grouped into three categories and used in a project. The application of nudges improved workers’ safety behavior, particularly in highlighting control measures. The background analysis results reveal that the implementation of nudges did not vary by gender, nationality, or age, demonstrating its high universality. The results of this study offer a reference for stakeholders in the construction industry who are aiming to bolster worker safety. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-01b089bfbe4c4e1d93093e73192122272025-08-20T02:50:59ZengMDPI AGEngineering Proceedings2673-45912024-08-017411510.3390/engproc2024074015The Influence of Nudges on Workers’ Safety Behavior in the Construction IndustryTzu-Lien Tzou0Pin-Chan Lee1Tzu-Ping Lo2Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Ministry of Labor, New Taipei City 24219, TaiwanTaiwan Construction Occupational Safety and Health Promotion Association, New Taipei City 234635, TaiwanYuejin Integration Tech, Ltd., New Taipei City 234635, TaiwanThe nudge theory has been applied to improve safety behavior in various industries. We implemented the nudge theory in the construction industry to improve worker safety. Nudges for construction safety were grouped into three categories and used in a project. The application of nudges improved workers’ safety behavior, particularly in highlighting control measures. The background analysis results reveal that the implementation of nudges did not vary by gender, nationality, or age, demonstrating its high universality. The results of this study offer a reference for stakeholders in the construction industry who are aiming to bolster worker safety.https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4591/74/1/15construction safetynudge theoryworkers’ safety behavior |
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| title | The Influence of Nudges on Workers’ Safety Behavior in the Construction Industry |
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| title_short | The Influence of Nudges on Workers’ Safety Behavior in the Construction Industry |
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