How To Lower The Construction Workers High Mortality Rate - An Initial Conversation With A.I.

Did you know that the construction industry has one of the highest mortality rates in the USA? I asked A.I. how to lower it. 

Instruction to Microsoft CoPilot:

Sent by you:

Please write a 3 to 5 bullet point summary of construction workers mortality rates in the USA, both on the job and suicide. My goal is to make a poster showing 3d printing buildings may be safer than traditional construction techniques. Easier too.

Copilot

Sent by Copilot:

Here are some key points about construction workers’ mortality rates in the USA, both on the job and due to suicide:

1. On-the-Job Fatalities:

   • In 2022, over 1,000 construction workers died on the job, with a fatality rate of 9.6 per 100,000 full-time workers1.
   • The leading causes of these fatalities were falls, slips, trips, transportation incidents, and exposure to harmful substances1.

2. Suicide Rates:

   • The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates among professions, with an estimated 6,000 construction workers dying by suicide in 20222.
   • Male construction workers have a suicide rate 75% higher than the general male population2.

3. Comparison to 3D Printing:

   • 3D printing in construction can reduce the need for workers to perform dangerous tasks at heights or in hazardous environments, potentially lowering on-the-job fatalities.
   • Automated and controlled environments for 3D printing can also reduce stress and mental health issues among workers, potentially lowering suicide rates.

These points highlight the potential safety and mental health benefits of adopting 3D printing technologies in construction. If you need more details or specific data for your poster, feel free to ask! 😊

Learn more

1constructiondive.com2nbcnews.com3bls.gov4constructiondive.com5jacksonlewis.com6cdc.gov7constructible.trimble.com8wsws.org9blogs.cdc.gov

You

Sent by you:

How can 3D printing improve worker safety?

Copilot

Sent by Copilot:

3D printing can significantly improve worker safety in construction through various means:

1. Reduction of Hazardous Tasks:

   • Benefit: 3D printing can automate many dangerous tasks, such as working at heights or handling heavy materials¹.
   • Solution: By using robotic arms and automated systems, workers can avoid direct exposure to these risks, reducing the likelihood of accidents and injuries.

2. Controlled Environment:

   • Benefit: 3D printing often takes place in controlled environments, such as factories or designated printing sites¹.
   • Solution: This minimizes exposure to unpredictable weather conditions and hazardous on-site environments, enhancing overall safety.

3. Precision and Accuracy:

   • Benefit: 3D printing allows for precise and accurate construction, reducing the need for manual adjustments and corrections¹.
   • Solution: This precision minimizes the risk of structural failures and accidents caused by human error during traditional construction methods.

4. Reduced Physical Strain:

   • Benefit: Workers are less likely to suffer from physical strain and injuries related to heavy lifting and repetitive tasks¹.
   • Solution: Automated 3D printing processes handle the bulk of the physical work, allowing workers to focus on supervision and quality control.

5. Enhanced Training and Education:

   • Benefit: The use of advanced technology in 3D printing encourages better training and education for workers².
   • Solution: Workers are trained to operate and maintain 3D printing equipment, which can lead to a more skilled and safety-conscious workforce.

By addressing these aspects, 3D printing can create a safer and more efficient construction environment, reducing both on-the-job fatalities and long-term health issues for workers.