Improving safety and health in the construction industry
National Center for Construction Safety and Health Research and Translation
This study is all about making construction jobs safer and healthier for workers by finding better ways to prevent injuries and illnesses, sharing helpful information, and working together with experts and the industry to improve safety practices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Center for Construction Res and Training NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Silver Spring, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10991987 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance worker safety and well-being in the U.S. construction industry by addressing injuries and illnesses. The Center will focus on translating research into practical applications, responding to industry needs, and providing up-to-date safety data and resources. It will also evaluate existing policies and practices to promote effective safety measures and quickly address emerging threats. By fostering collaboration among researchers and industry stakeholders, the project seeks to implement best practices and improve overall health outcomes for construction workers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include construction workers and industry professionals seeking to improve safety practices.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the construction industry or do not work in related fields may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce workplace injuries and illnesses, leading to a safer construction environment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in occupational safety has shown success in reducing injuries through targeted interventions, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Silver Spring, United States
- Center for Construction Res and Training — Silver Spring, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cain, Christina Trahan — Center for Construction Res and Training
- Study coordinator: Cain, Christina Trahan
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.