Meeting the challenges of implementing an intervention to promote work ability and health-related quality of life at construction worksites: a process evaluation

J Occup Environ Med. 2011 Dec;53(12):1483-91. doi: 10.1097/JOM.0b013e3182398e03.

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the process of a prevention program among construction workers.

Methods: The program consisted of training sessions of a physical therapist and an empowerment trainer, and a Rest-Break Tool. Data on seven process items were collected by means of questionnaires and interviews.

Results: Recruiting construction companies to participate was difficult. The therapists and trainer largely provided the training sessions as intended, but the Rest-Break Tool was poorly implemented. Construction workers (n = 171) showed high reach (84%) and moderate attendance rates (three of four sessions). Sixty-four percent of the construction workers recommended the overall program to colleagues. Company size, economic recession, engagement of the management, and intervention year influenced dose delivered and satisfaction.

Conclusions: The study showed a successful reach, dose and fidelity, and moderate satisfaction. Furthermore, contextual factors played an important role during the implementation.

Publication types

  • Randomized Controlled Trial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Construction Industry*
  • Health Promotion*
  • Humans
  • Occupational Diseases / prevention & control*
  • Occupational Health Services*
  • Program Development
  • Quality of Life*
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • Workforce
  • Workplace*