Long-Term Physical and Mental Health Impacts of COVID-19 on Construction Workers

The COVID-19 pandemic's profound effects on various sectors have been widely reported, yet the long-term physical and mental health ramifications for construction professionals remain underexplored. This study aimed to address this gap, drawing on data from 131 responses collected from construction engineers and managers to evaluate the enduring health implications of the pandemic on these professionals and ranked the impacts using mean score analysis. Preliminary findings indicate a notable increase in specific physical ailments such as fatigue, headache, and attention disorders. Concurrently, there was a marked rise in mental health challenges, with anxiety, depression, and fear being the predominant emotional states reported. These results underscore the pressing need for health interventions tailored to the construction sector, emphasizing both physical and psychological well-being. As the construction industry seeks to adapt and evolve in the pandemic's wake, these insights can prove invaluable. Understanding and addressing these health concerns can guide engineers, managers, policymakers, and decision-makers in crafting strategies and policies that ensure a healthier and more resilient workforce, paving the way for a more robust industry in future global crises.