The Wellbe4OSH Observatory aims to conduct an in-depth study of the management and well-being of professionals in the engineering and construction sector, as well as their respective organizations.
The project also seeks to support the sector in the early identification of psychosocial risk factors, with measurable impacts on workers’ health, the reduction of workplace accidents, increased productivity, and the strengthening of organizational social responsibility.
In the first phase, a sectoral survey will be conducted using structured research methodologies and digital tools. The central instrument will be based on the World Health Organization’s Healthy Workplaces model, with appropriate adaptations, previously validated within the scope of LABPATS. This instrument demonstrates psychometric robustness and theoretical relevance, enabling a systematic assessment of healthy work environments and the monitoring of organizational policies.
In the third phase, the information obtained will be compiled and analyzed in order to characterize the management practices, needs, and psychosocial risks of construction professionals in Portugal.
In a second phase, data will be collected through an online survey to be completed by employees, with an estimated response time of approximately 15 minutes:
In the final phase, at various points in time, the available information will be disseminated at the levels of research and intervention, and scientific and professional events (e.g., workshops, meetings, conferences) will be organized or supported.
The project will be developed through the large-scale dissemination of an online survey, both nationally and internationally, ensuring the validation of methodologies and the dissemination of results to all stakeholders in this sector of activity.
The study also aims to actively involve leadership at different hierarchical levels across engineering and construction organizations, recognizing their direct impact on team well-being, safety culture, and organizational performance.