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This article examines how interactive robotic systems and exoskeletons are experienced by construction workers by integrating macro-level data from European and national surveys with micro-level insights from pilot studies.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Five large-scale European surveys were analysed and combined with data from four pilot studies involving 37 workers interacting with three robotic prototypes and one upper-body exoskeleton. Quantitative data included usability, workload, interaction principles and affinity for technology. Qualitative feedback was obtained through open-ended responses.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A set of guidelines for a human-centred approach to inform policy were derived, offering practical guidance on designing and deploying interactive robotic systems that are functional, safe, acceptable and effective in changing work environments.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The observed challenges highlight the gap between the early stages of system design and the realities of dynamic construction work, emphasising the need for a participatory, human-centred development approach. 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