Uncovering the Construction Workers’ Workplace Attitude in a Developing Country

This study aimed at investigating the workplace attitude of construction workers in developing nations using Nigeria as a representative case. This study adopts a survey research technique to achieve the aim of the study. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used in analyzing data collected. The result highlights a concerning trend of low positive attitudes among construction workers, emphasizing the urgent need for interventions such as training and better compensation in Lagos, Nigeria. This finding suggests that arrangement/provision for study leave (e.g., training or professional development) should be given to construction workers in order to improve their performance at workplace. The results from the exploratory factors analysis reveal that the principal workplace attitudes of construction workers in Lagos, Nigeria, are categorized into four components: perceptions of company culture, resources and involvement in decision-making, support and compensation satisfaction, and learning and development opportunities. An understanding of these workplace attitudes is very important for facilitating the adoption and implementation of work–life balance (WLB) policies in construction organizations. The study findings suggest that perceptions of company culture can significantly influence the integration and application of ergonomic principles in the workplace. Also, allocating resources and involving employees in decision-making regarding ergonomic considerations lead to healthier, safer, and more productive work environments. Ensuring support and fair compensation in the workplace directly impacts employee health, well-being, engagement, and performance. And providing learning and development opportunities, especially in the realm of ergonomics, contributes to creating a knowledgeable, engaged, and healthier workforce.