Perfil Socioeconômico de trabalhadores da construção civil em cidades mineiras: um estudo de caso nas cidades de Pimenta, Pains e Bambuí.

Abstract

The construction industry is a fundamental sector of the Brazilian economy, with a significant impact on job creation and a substantial contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). However, the sector faces important challenges, such as high labor turnover, lack of workforce qualification, high levels of informality, and a large number of occupational accidents. This study aims to analyze the socioeconomic profile of workers from a construction company operating in the cities of Pimenta, Pains, and Bambuí. Using a structured questionnaire, data were collected on demographic, educational, economic, and professional aspects. The study sought to understand the respondents’ working conditions, the existence of training and/or professional qualification, and possible occupational informality at construction sites. The results show that the majority of workers are male, aged between 26 and 45 years, with low educational levels and incomes ranging from one to two minimum wages. Informality is frequent, limiting access to labor rights and social benefits. The lack of qualification negatively impacts safety and productivity. Although most workers have access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), there is still a lack of awareness regarding its proper use. In light of these findings, it was concluded that qualification programs, employment formalization, and safety awareness are essential to improve working conditions, promoting positive impacts on workers’ quality of life and on the competitiveness of the sector.