CIOB launches global mental health survey
[edit] Global survey to address construction's silent mental health crisis
The third instalment in a series of landmark research studies into the mental health struggles of construction workers is set to land in 2025.
Researchers from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) will once again survey the sector as part of the professional body’s ongoing mission to address mental health problems within the industry.
The last report, released in 2020, highlighted 97 per cent of construction workers had experienced high levels of stress, and 71 per cent of respondents revealed they had not received any mental health training.
Even more alarmingly, more than a quarter of those surveyed claimed they had experienced suicidal thoughts.
Daisie Barnett, policy development manager at CIOB, said: “Our 2020 report revealed scary statistics about the prevalence of mental health challenges within the workforce.
“The number of workers experiencing stress, fatigue and suicidal thoughts highlighted significant and urgent change was needed.
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| An infographic showing the results of CIOB's 2020 survey |
“Our follow-up survey allows us to understand what progress has been made and where further action might be required. We are particularly interested to see what has changed post the pandemic, with the introduction of flexible working opportunities and the potential increase of financial worries.”
The CIOB is calling on construction professionals at all levels—from on-site workers to senior executives—to share their insights on mental health challenges and the initiatives organisations implement to tackle the issues.
Barnett continued: “We want to hear from construction workers across the globe and we encourage everyone to be as honest as possible.
“Mental health in construction is a silent crisis, so please use this opportunity to ensure your voice is heard and help shape future strategies to support those working in the industry worldwide.”
The survey is open from 2 December until 31 January 2025 and can be accessed here: www.ciob.me/mentalhealth
This article appears on the CIOB news and blog site as 'CIOB launches global survey to address construction's silent mental health crisis' dated 2 December 2024.
--CIOB
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