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Alcohol and substance misuse in the construction industry
Joseph Flannery1, Saheed O Ajayi1, Adekunle S Oyegoke1
1School of Built Environment and Engineering, Leeds Beckett University, UK.
Summary
Alcohol and substance misuse (ASM) in construction stems from mental strain and poor working conditions. Mitigation requires company accountability and targeted interventions for worker well-being.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Construction Management
- Addiction Studies
Background:
- Alcohol and substance misuse (ASM) presents a significant challenge within the construction industry.
- Factors contributing to ASM require comprehensive investigation to develop effective mitigation strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key factors driving alcohol and substance misuse in the construction sector.
- To explore and validate methods for mitigating ASM within this industry.
Main Methods:
- A sequential exploratory mixed-method design was employed.
- Data collection involved interviews and questionnaires.
- Data analysis utilized thematic analysis, factor analysis, and the Kruskal-Wallis test.
Main Results:
- Mental strain, challenging site working conditions, male dominance, and ineffective human resource management were identified as primary contributors to ASM.
- Screening and educational programs were validated as effective mitigation strategies ('carrot and stick' methods).
Conclusions:
- Increased construction company accountability for worker well-being is crucial for industry change.
- Initiatives like PREVENT can incentivize the mitigation of endemic ASM crises.
- Practical measures are proposed to address the pervasive issue of ASM in construction.
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