Construction workers are exposed to many chemicals and other substances on the job that can harm their health. The hazards presented by some of them, such as asbestos, silica and lead, are well known. Some volatile chemicals, such as solvents, can be dangerous even if you can't smell them. Have you ever heard the saying: “Everyone acts as if nothing changes, but everything changes”? It couldn't be more true when it comes to construction and its approach to ecology.
Some try to pretend that the climate isn't changing and that their businesses aren't impacting the environment. In reality, the construction sector contributes 23% of air pollution, 40% of drinking water pollution and 50% of landfill waste. These numbers are alarming. To really understand this topic, we need to go a little deeper into the details.
How exactly does our business affect the environment? Is there anything we can do about that? In addition, it demonstrates critical lessons on the management of occupational construction risks in the long-term impact based on applied standards, the use of personal protective equipment and the training of construction workers to improve safety and well-being for sustainable development initiatives in the future. Soil that was contaminated prior to the construction project can also pose a big problem, as exposure to or disturbance of such material can create health problems for construction workers and third parties occupying neighboring properties. The health impact of buildings and construction has aroused considerable interest due to the exposure of construction workers in various industries.
