The Swedish government has tasked the Swedish Agency for Work Environment Expertise with developing and disseminating knowledge about safety culture in the construction industry aiming to prevent accidents.
The construction industry records the highest number of fatal accidents. In 2023, the number of fatal accidents increased by 12 compared to the previous year, continuing a slow upward trend in recent years. A report from the Swedish Work Environment Authority (2017) highlighted knowledge gaps in research on safety in the construction sector. This underscores the need for further insights into the factors influencing safety and working conditions.
“The aim of this assignment is to generate and distribute knowledge about safety culture and safety behaviour in the construction industry to help prevent accidents. Another aim is to strengthen knowledge regarding responsibility for safety management within the sector. This assignment will contribute with knowledge from different perspectives, including societal, organisational, and individual levels.” says Monica Kaltenbrunner, lead process analyst at the Swedish Agency for Work Environment Expertise.
A written report on the assignment is to be submitted to the government by 31 December 2025.