Parents want the best for their children. You want your kids to be happy and successful – part of that means helping them find a great career path.
Construction careers can offer good wages and high job satisfaction, and there is a massive demand for new craft professionals.
However, despite the
many positives of pursuing a career in construction, parents often find themselves apprehensive about their children following this path. More than
70% of surveyed parents would be unlikely or very unlikely to advise their child to choose a career in construction.
One of the primary causes of parental concern? Safety. Construction is often perceived as a dangerous industry, and parents want their children to stay safe and healthy.
If you are a parent hesitant about your child wanting to pursue a career in construction, we are here to help ease your mind. Here are a few things you need to know about construction safety.
About Branch
Headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, and serving clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States, Branch touches all aspects of the built environment. As a full-service construction solutions partner, Branch is committed to exceptional performance and to developing business relationships sustained by mutual benefit and respect.
Branch has total revenues of over $500 million and a workforce of more than 1,000 employee-owners. Through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Branch ensures every employee has a vested interest in its success. Visit www.branchgroup.com or branchcareers.com to learn more.