Zong, Z; Su, S; Diao, L; Ou, Y and Long, T (2025) Relationship between perceived occupational stigma and safety behavior of construction workers: Moderated mediation model. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(6): 04025041, ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
This study, informed by social identity theory, investigates the impact of perceived occupational stigma on the safety behavior of construction workers and seeks to disrupt this adverse relationship. A survey with 243 construction workers reveals that such stigma can escalate occupational identity threat, leading to decreased safety behaviors. However, high self-compassion among workers can weaken this negative link. The research pioneers exploring the connection between occupational stigma and safety practices in the construction sector, underscoring the importance of self-compassion as a protective factor. It suggests practical management strategies, such as addressing stigma, bolstering identity, and fostering a self-compassionate culture to enhance workers' safety and well-being.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | identity threats; occupational stigma; safety behavior; self-compassion; social identity theory; questionnaire survey |
| Index terms: | safety behaviour, social identity theory, management strategy, construction worker, identity, survey, mediation, construction sector, questionnaire, well-being |
| Subjects: | practitioner, occupational health and safety management, sociology, industry analysis, management, social psychology, data collection methods, mental health and wellbeing, dispute resolution |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Business Strategy, Roles and Professions, Health and Safety, Legal Issues |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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