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🛠️ Prioritizing Mental Health in Construction: 6 Key Strategies 🛠️ Mental health is a critical issue in the construction industry, impacting both the well-being and safety of our workforce. This insightful article from For Construction Pros outlines six practical strategies to address mental health challenges on the job site. From promoting open communication to providing essential resources, these steps can help foster a supportive and safe environment for all employees. 📖 Read the full article to learn more: 6 Ways to Address Mental Health in the Construction Industry Let's start a conversation: How does your organization support mental health? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below. #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #ConstructionIndustry #ZeroSuicideIndustry #ConstructionCommunity #MentalHealthMatters #CIASP #STOPSuicide #STANDUPforSuicidePrevention

Important information about construction workers - OSPF released a one-pager that discusses the challenges faced by construction workers, including physical exhaustion and injuries, while offering strategies for improving mental health and promoting awareness within the industry. Construction workers are approximately four times higher than the general population. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for targeted mental health support in the construction sector. https://lnkd.in/gQ9x-96T

Today marks World Mental Health Day 2024, and this year the focus is on mental health in the workplace. Mental health issues in the construction industry are among the highest in the world, with a 2020 survey by CIRP showed that 83% of construction workers have faced mental health issues related to work. In the same year, a further study by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) showed that: - 87% of UK construction workers experienced anxiety - 70% experienced depression - 97% experienced stress - 96% experienced fatigue - 95% experienced poor concentration - 91% felt overwhelmed - 86% experienced a lack of self-confidence - 26% had suicidal thoughts The above CIOB report also investigated the issues cited by construction workers as causing stress, anxiety, etc.: - 71% of manual workers found the lack of adequate toilet facilities stressful - 80% found noise levels stressful - 79% found inadequate temperature control stressful - 67% found the uncertainty of working location stressful - 92% experienced stress due to unrealistic deadlines - 94% experienced stress due to time pressures - 93% experienced stress due to having too much work to do - 86% of senior-level staff experienced stress due to cost pressures - 84% found the lack of involvement in decisions caused them stress At LAP Construction we understand the daily overwhelming pressure and we dedicate ourself to maintain a good health environment and support to everyone in need. "Simple actions on sites or offices, like offering a listening ear or advocating for mental health resources, can create a more supportive environment. To take this supportive culture to the next level, it's important to get leadership on board with structured mental health programs." - CEO Alexandru Orosz #Construction #WorldMentalHealthDay #PrioritiseMentalHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing #TeamSupport #Help #Mental #Facades #Drylining

CIOB launches mental health survey to address construction’s ‘silent crisis’ The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched a new study into the mental health issues impacting construction workers around the world. https://bit.ly/3ZDfu26

It's well known the construction sector is one where mental health and wellbeing isn't discussed as much as it should be and for too many people this results in devastating consequences. It needs to change now. If you're in the built environment sector or are connected to people who are, please share our survey so we at The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) can get some up to date insight into what's behind the problems and how they can best be addressed. It's open until 31 January and only takes a few minutes. https://lnkd.in/ey38ApGh

#WorldMentalHealthDay 🧠 83% of #construction workers have struggled with mental health issues. A further study by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) showed that: 87% of UK construction workers experienced anxiety 70% experienced depression 97% experienced stress 96% experienced fatigue 95% experienced poor concentration 91% felt overwhelmed 86% experienced a lack of self-confidence 26% had suicidal thoughts Needless to say that these are extraordinarily high levels of mental health issues, the sort that World Mental Health Day 2024 is designed to bring awareness to. Organisations such as Mates in Mind, and Band of Builders are fighting to not only bring more awareness to, but also to get more done to tackle these issues, with fundraisers and events, such as the Band of Builders’ Big Brew helping to open the dialogue on these issues. Still, more support will be needed to reduce the numbers of mental health issues in the construction industry, and it is likely that reforms will be needed in many areas to achieve this. https://lnkd.in/gwpc4PG4

🛠️ Breaking the Silence on Mental Health in Construction 🛠️ Mental health challenges in the construction industry have long been a silent crisis, affecting professionals at every level. The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has taken another step forward by launching a new global mental health survey. 😇 Their 2020 report uncovered alarming #statistics: 97% of workers experienced high levels of #stress. 71% had not received mental #health training. Over a quarter reported experiencing #suicidal_thoughts. This new study aims to measure progress and uncover how post-pandemic changes—like flexible work and financial pressures—are influencing mental health. It’s crucial that we all participate in this effort. Whether you’re an engineer, project manager, or site worker, your voice matters. Together, we can help shape strategies to support mental well-being across the industry. Let’s work towards a healthier, more supportive future for construction professionals worldwide. 📝 Survey open until 31 January 2025. 💡 Take part and ensure your voice is heard: https://lnkd.in/dmzYPrUQ #MentalHealth #ConstructionIndustry #Wellbeing #CIOB #Leadership

Tier 1s project urges construction to treat mental health like H&S. CIOB-supported initiative will be backed by academic research into triggers impacting mental health in the industry https://bit.ly/40Erwsk

Day 3 of #ConstructionSafetyWeek and we continue with tackling the critical issue of Mental Health in Construction. As we strive to protect our workforce, mental well-being must be a priority. Let’s move from awareness to action—everyone can play a part in supporting mental health. #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionSafety https://lnkd.in/g8zuZ-kQ

CIOB launches mental health survey to address construction’s ‘silent crisis’ The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched a new study into the mental health issues impacting construction workers around the world. The survey is the third instalment in a series of research studies – part of CIOB’s ongoing mission to address mental health problems in the industry. The last report, released in 2020, highlighted 97% of construction workers had experienced high levels of stress, and 71% of respondents revealed they had not received any mental health training. More than a quarter of those surveyed claimed they had experienced suicidal thoughts. Daisie Barnett, policy development manager at CIOB, said: “Our 2020 report revealed scary statistics about the prevalence of mental health challenges within the workforce. “The number of workers experiencing stress, fatigue and suicidal thoughts highlighted significant and urgent change was needed. “Our follow-up survey allows us to understand what progress has been made and where further action might be required. We are particularly interested to see what has changed post the pandemic, with the introduction of flexible working opportunities and the potential increase of financial worries.” Full Story: https://buff.ly/3OFW1HD #ConstructionNews #Construction #QuantitySurveyors #Estimators #QSRecruitment #ConstructionJobs #ConstructionUk