Behind the hard hats and high-vis, too many people are struggling – and not speaking up.
Because in this industry, stress is expected, long hours are normal, and asking for help can still be seen as a weakness.
In the construction industry, workers are four times more likely to pass away by suicide and a staggering 73% of the UK’s 2.1 million construction workers being affected by mental illness. Sadly, in the last decade, 7,000 have taken their own lives.
That’s not just a statistic. That’s someone’s child, relative, friend, or colleague.
It is time we changed the culture, made space for real conversations, and recognised that looking after your mental health is just as important as wearing a hard hat.
If you’re in the industry, or know someone who is, check in. Talk. Listen. Remind them they are not alone.
We need to see a reduction in the statistics.
Is Your Organisation Prepared to Prevent Suicide?
Ask yourself:
– Do we have a clear suicide prevention policy in place?
– Are our leaders and teams trained to spot the signs and respond?
– Do employees know where to turn for help?
– Are we equipped to support staff after a crisis?
– Are we aligned with best-practice standards like BS 30480?
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If anyone has been affected by the issues raised in this post or is feeling like they want to end their own life – help and support is available right now if you need it. This page contains a list of free helplines. You are not alone.
