Study Uncovers Top Safety Challenges in Construction

Is safety the key to enticing more workers to consider a career in the construction industry? It certainly isn’t the only step, but it is one pillar, and the investment in safety is worth it for a number of reasons. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Admin.) shares some interesting statistics, saying companies save more than $4-6 for every $1 spent on workplace safety.

So, why then isn’t jobsite safety a greater priority? Let’s unpack some statistics that point to many of the safety challenges that still exist in the construction industry in 2025 in hopes that we can address them in 2026 and beyond.

An OSHA survey found roughly one in 10 workers feel unsafe at work—and almost 61% say their safety concerns were only sometimes taken seriously. What’s more, roughly 33% don’t receive online safety training and 18% did not regularly organize any ...