Providing Safety and Health Protection for a Diverse Construction Workforce: Issues and Ideas

Construction work appeals to many people. It offers varied assignments, a chance to work outdoors, good pay and a sense of accomplishment. Over the next 10-15 years, the ‘face’ of the construction industry will change. Its workforce will become more diverse. It will include more women workers and workers with different backgrounds and experiences. This pamphlet addresses the health and safety issues found in such a diverse workforce.

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