Mental Health & Wellbeing

Understanding the Construction Industry Crisis Surrounding Workforce Mental Health, Wellbeing and Suicide Prevention, and the Actions that can Save Lives

The paper explores the factors contributing to elevated rates of suicide and overdose in construction and emphasizes the need to treat psychological safety with the same commitment and discipline as physical and jobsite safety. It also outlines practical actions leaders can take to reduce stigma, identify workers at risk, improve access to support, and create a workplace culture where seeking help is encouraged.