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Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, characterized by high numbers of injuries and deaths. Despite employers implementing various safety programs to mitigate risks, these programs often entail high costs and inefficiencies. This article explores the utilization of safety nudges as a cost-effective and minimally disruptive solution to enhance safety performance in the construction industry. A survey was conducted among 108 industry participants to gather data on their attitudes and experiences regarding safety nudges. The core of the questionnaire consisted of four questions aimed at assessing perceptions and recommendations regarding the use of safety nudges. The results indicate that safety nudges hold promise as an approach for improving safety in construction, and many professionals believe in utilizing them in their safety routines. Construction companies should consider integrating safety nudges into their safety management strategies. Therefore, several practical safety nudges are presented in this article. Their implementation can enhance safety performance and reduce costs associated with traditional safety training programs. This study represents the first formal examination of construction safety nudges, providing inspiration for future research on this topic. Future research should focus on exploring different types of safety nudges and their effectiveness in diverse contexts and situations.
Namian et al. (Mon,) studied this question.