This contractor hosted a free, CPD accredited training afternoon around mental health and wellbeing for local businesses in the construction sector as well as other businesses and charities, this was also opened up to staff of the contractor. They have had senior managers from other companies sign up which will help raise the profile of these issues in our industry….

This contractor has chosen to join ‘The Maternity Pledge’ which is a new initiative for employers to support women with perinatal mental health and the transition into motherhood. They wanted to ensure new mothers at the company get the best experience of maternity leave. The initiative is designed to improve staff wellbeing and staff retention after mothers return to the…

This contractor is empowering their management team to drive positive change by putting employee engagement and happiness at the top of the agenda. The workforce, irrespective of employment status, are encouraged to check-in and share how they are coping. Access to check-in is available on site notice boards, and pre-start briefings by scanning a QR code and feedback can be…

From a recent mental health awareness week initiative came an idea to provide the workforce with professional Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) sessions to help with any personal problems or issues that they may have and that they need help with. They have implemented monthly CBT days that run from 9-4 and consist of 12x 30 minute sessions open to every…

Due to the recent loss of the project manager in this project, the contractor is providing a free grief counselling service to help those affected by the death. The grief counsellor has visited site once a month for the last two months, and every time they have been fully booked out for the day. The demand for this type of…

This contractor has partnered with ‘Everymind at Work’ and enlisted the help of their head psychologist to deliver a series of training sessions to reach the whole supply chain. This training delved into the complexities of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), shedding light on what it is, its manifestations, how it effects the lives of individuals and how to manage it….

As a leadership team this contractor work on a principle of a dominance of positive communications. This has a number of base rules that they have set themselves: – Share good energy and a supportive attitude when at work. When making site safety observations ensure at least 2/3 of these are positive/good practice observations. Give out twice as many green…

This initiative focuses on the physical and mental wellbeing of the workforce. Once a month, employees from the office, site and subcontractor teams gather for an hour to practice mindfulness, meditation, and exercise. Classes are lead by the Community Liaison Officer who is also a qualified dance teacher, with guest instructors (such as yoga and boxercise instructors) taking the classes…

Construction shapes our world but struggles with mental health more than most other industries. At its extremes, the problem is costing lives: data shows that construction has one of the highest suicide rates of any industry in the US, UK and Australia. The B1M and Procore have launched Get Construction Talking, a global initiative to raise awareness of mental health…

Mental health challenges such as stress, depression, and anxiety affect individuals across all walks of life, but the construction industry has shown a higher prevalence of these issues, especially among men. The stigma surrounding men’s mental health has contributed to a lack of open conversations and seeking help. The need for a comprehensive mental health awareness initiative within the industry…

The project team  have been working closely, in partnership with Blackwood Plant Hire, to support and promote the work that the Lighthouse Charity do for the wellbeing of construction workers across the UK. They have the first ever Lighthouse Charity liveried excavator in the UK on their site. The excavator serves as a constant reminder to the workforce that they…

The project team supported Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 by holding a stand down event which was well received by the workforce. The event included management starting a conversation with an operative to highlight the importance of talking and what individuals could do to help others who may be experiencing negative mental health. A short period of non-work related conversations…

On this project they have hired a psychiatrist to visit site and provide the workforce with a free opportunity to seek professional health for any mental health issues they may be experiencing. All records are strictly confidential. Encouraging the workforce to communicate with mental health professionals and break the stigma around mental health is one of the biggest challenges in treating…

The Lighthouse Club Wellbeing Academy embraces every style of learning from self paced e-learning through to online tutor led masterclasses and onsite training. The academy also offers a variety of courses that support everyone in the industry from soft skills training through to MHFA accredited qualifications. Better mental health for construction workers stems from promoting a positive cultural change within…

A Healthy Working Lives Bus provided a visit to this project to provide health checks for all employees on site, covering BMI, body fat %, diabetes and glucose and blood pressure checks. They were also joined by the Lighthouse Charity which specialise in mental health support for construction workers as well as workwear and PPE specialists. This also promoted Healthy…

In order to raise awareness of mental health issues and to start site teams talking about them between themselves, the company, on World Mental Health Day, organised a World Mental Health Day team quiz. The quiz comprised a mixture of safety, health, wellbeing and general knowledge questions, with a prize for the winning team. This was fun for those involved…

In connection with the covenant and supporting the company’s drive to improve the understanding of Mental Health within the industry, the site have arranged for a social value event. This facilitated a visit from the Combat 2 Coffee team who are a group of veterans that have teamed up with the contractor to visit sites, provide free coffee and discuss…

T-Cup assisted the contractor gain insight into wellbeing of the workforce and providing a tool to manage and support workforce wellbeing. The Check Up system has employees reflect for 60 seconds on 9 categories; aligned to the World Health Organisation’s definition of wellbeing, anonymously accessed by weblink or QR code. The process will be run via the contractors monthly meetings…

This contractor implemented a mind fitness solution built for, and by the construction industry. This provides everyone, no matter their role or level, with the ability to proactively protect their psychological health and build mind fitness. Ownminder has been developed to ensure that what they deliver both resonates with and is engaging for the construction industry and its workers. The…

Spotlight on… posters have been designed for general display in and around site welfare facilities. The Scheme has developed a collection of A3 posters from the series of ‘Spotlight on…’ learning toolkits. This resource has proven valuable for display on site and raising awareness amongst the workforce and visitors. To purchase these products, click here. To download a free electronic…

This contractor know that health & safety in the workplace is not just about physical health but also mental wellbeing as well. It is important to take into account how each person feels, acts and reacts and how that then affects their work. Good mental wellbeing does not mean you’re always happy or unaffected by your experiences but poor mental…

This contractor was pleased to announce the launch of a new internal promotional campaign. The campaign is aimed at promoting and raising awareness about occupational health, mental health and well being for all staff and their extended family members and will run in conjunction with their existing Stay Safe @Work@Home program. They aim to share best practice not only in…

One of the issues this contractor is finding on site is stress, especially during the pandemic and the effect that this has had on their workforce. The contractor has set up a partnership with the Newcastle United Foundation to become ambassadors for the ‘be a game changer’ campaign, they have carried out a workshop and are following this up site…

During the monthly workforce consultation meetings, one of the site operatives suggested the introduction of Multilingual Mental Health First Aiders. The idea was well accepted and it is now currently in use in all of this contractors projects to ensure all those on site have someone they can speak to without having the issue of a language barrier. Signage has…

This contractor is attempting to provide an approach to mental health and wellbeing support to their site staff and supply chain by offering a variety of support mechanisms. They provide on-site counselling service (face to face or virtually) once a year. The counsellor analyses the conversations they has with each member of the team and provides opportunities for further support…

Led from this project and championed by one of their young site managers, this year this contractor has signed up to be part of Movember’s Business Club in support of Men’s health and bringing about change in the way it is approached. A poster campaign was designed that each week would be a different focus on the key subjects of…

Sadly, the construction industry has the highest suicide rates of any sector. As part of their Wellbeing Strategy, one of this contractors projects launched a month-long communications awareness campaign, triggered by World Suicide Prevention Day. The communications centred around three key messages: For those struggling – it’s OK to talk about mental health and suicide and there is support on…

This contractor has recognised the importance of mental health and with the recent coronavirus lockdowns it has become more apparent that people are struggling. With the lack of social interaction this brings, they decided to create the Mental Health Check-in Day. Across all their sites and head office they ask everyone to dedicate a day monthly to calling members of…

On this project they have installed SAD lighting in their basement offices. These are specialised lighting which can relieve symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder, estimated to effect approximately 20% of the population. Symptoms of SAD are typically experienced during the winter months when the weather is colder and there is a lack of natural light and can include low mood,…

This contractor is providing free access to the Canada Life ‘WeCare’ app and website, plus AIG’s bereavement support helpline for all construction employees and their immediate family members. The Canada Life WeCare app is a service with access to a 24/7 online GP, mental health counselling, a get fit programme, plus legal and financial support as well as diet and…

Due to coronavirus restrictions stopping those on this project from meeting up in person to do any form of exercise or wellbeing activities they decided to set up a Strava club centred around the project for anyone involved in it to join. The club has a leaderboard allowing people to comment and follow each others progress and the opportunity for…

This contractor has arranged for their assigned mental health first aider to come to site on a monthly basis to have a short sit down with a randomly selected group of site workers. The group chosen will change from month to month and if anyone would like to request a sit down anonymously they can request one and be added…

Mental health is an important part of health and safety on all of this contractors projects. For Mental Health Week they engaged with the workforce by organising picnics across the whole month. Each site manager took up to 5 people for a picnic in the green spaces around site – in keeping with the theme of ‘Nature’ for Mental Health…

The Lighthouse Club have launched their ‘Help Inside the Hard Hat’ campaign to raise awareness of poor mental health within the construction industry. In the UK, two construction workers take their own lives every working day and stress, anxiety and depression account for a fifth of all work-related illnesses. They ‘Help Inside the Hard Hat’ by providing a huge range…

The recent Mental Health Awareness Week prompted this project to develop a ‘walk and talk’ scheme in an attempt to look outside of the box and further eliminate the stigma of mental health concerns – particularly stigmas within the construction industry. The concept of the ‘walk and talk’ scheme either as a group or an individual involves taking operatives out…

The Mental Health First Aid team at this project have implemented an ‘Ask Twice’ Campaign. Considering the impact we all suffered during this difficult time, many people experience a mental health problem, so if someone says they are fine, they might not be. A second ‘How are you?’ could make all the difference, opening a window for a conversation. The…

This contractor have devised a staff wellbeing measure to ensure all staff have the access and opportunity to help them manage their day-to-day wellbeing. Research has highlighted that many people find practising mindfulness helps them become more aware of the present moment and can help them enjoy the world around them more and understand themselves better. The way people think…

This contractor ran an accredited Mental Health First Aid training course in collaboration with their scaffolding subcontractor. Members of the local community and organisations were invited to attend with the aim of targeting those who could make best use of the knowledge and skills they have learnt to support the wider community. The two day accredited course enables attendees to…

This contractor have created a new mental health initiative to encourages their workers to take a walk in the local park during their breaks with a slogan of “There is no WiFi in the park but we promise you will find a better connection”. It has been scientifically proven that a walk in the park lowers the stress level, improves…

Driving around London can be a very stressful task, especially when considering using lorries to carry very heavy loads. The project team are now providing some mental health support for delivery drivers visiting the project. They have created a document to be given to every driver visiting the project, which will provide some assistance and support for a difficult moment….

Mental health can have a considerable impact on the industry. It was important that this contractor found a system which supported their employees to not feel ashamed or embarrassed to seek help. During an on site meeting the Public Liaison Officer and operatives discussed how they could further support mental health on site. They asked the operatives how they can…

Working with their trade contractors and mental health first aiders, the team have established the Listening Lounge in a discrete area of their welfare facility. Being mindful of other faiths prayer routines, twice a week between 9.00am – 12.00pm the prayer and wellbeing room is set up as a Listening Lounge. During these times six of their mental health first…

As an employer, the contractor has a duty of care to ensure that health, safety and wellbeing, and that of others, is not affected whilst at work. They also has a legal duty to manage the risks from fatigue, irrespective of a person’s willingness to work extra hours or preference for certain shift patterns or social reasons. They have implemented…

The project team have created their own Spotify Playlist to play in the office and on personal devices. These are different tracks from when each member of the team was eleven years old. This has been proven by the Happiness Institute in Denmark to encourage happy thoughts, release endorphins and it’s when we hit our musical peak. The songs evoke…

On this project, mental health and wellbeing are discussed on as daily basis during DABs coordination meeting. These meetings are held Monday to Friday and are mandatory for all subcontractors with over 50 people attending the meetings. Discussed in the meeting presentation is: Every day a new subject will be presented and discussed, eg: How to keep active, No Smoking…

Biophilia describes the human drive to connect with nature and other living things. Nature’s power for humanity can influence our mental health, our hobbies, our travels, and our homes and workplaces. This contractor has identified that by allowing their employees to make planters for the site hoardings has had a positive impact on they workers’ mental health. It has also…

Working in the construction industry is one of the deadliest professions in the UK, not just because of the dangers of heavy machinery; the suicide rate for construction workers is more than three times the national average for men. On this project, they are committed to assisting their workforce as much as possible. They have 15 Mental Health First Aiders…

The contractor on this project team is very committed to promote mental health and wellbeing. The volunteer Mental Health First Aiders have a gold coloured sticker attached to their safety helmets, in order to make them easier to identify. During safety induction, new workers are informed about the project’s Mental Health First Aider volunteers and how to identify them.

The coronavirus pandemic and lockdown has had a marked effect on people’s mental health. The Lack of social life and continued work had some impact on construction workers. Being at work most of the times, the contractor identified the need for creating support from colleagues and managers. They decided to introduce mood meter. Arriving onsite, workers are encouraged to take…

Considering that the Construction Industry has one of the worst suicide rates in UK, the contractor on this project are actively trying to provide support to site workforce. A Mental Health Support Flyer has been printed on A5 and is available around site welfare facilities. Instead of using a site noticeboard, the contractor believe a flyer is a better option…

The project team were all deeply saddened of the loss of Terry Tyler from LJJ LTD on 16th January 2021. Terry was much liked and respected by everyone on the Knowles House project. To encourage the workforce to talk about their grief regarding the loss of a work colleague, the project team have put up memorials and set up an…

With suicide being the ‘silent killer’ in the construction industry two members of the project team attended an accredited two day, interactive training course that prepares them to provide suicide first aid interventions. The training course included: Be suicide alert – identify people who have thoughts of suicide Understand the reasons behind thoughts of suicide and the reasons for living…

If your mental health isn’t right, nothing fits into place. Not at home, not at work, not out with your mates, not anywhere. Kelly Formwork are working to to emphasise this with their staff by distributing information and spreading the word to help those suffering in silence to open up and simply talk about problems relating to mental health. They…

In order to spread the message about World Mental Health Day, the project team made customised Fortune Cookies which featured a selection of mental health facts on one side and thought provoking quotes on the other. By mixing cookies including prizes amongst normal cookies, the team managed to get more information about mental health across to the site team and…

Skadoosch – a provider of personalised classes for families (with children aged 3-11) that encourages positive social interaction and mental wellbeing through fun games and activities, have partnered with the Goodluck Hope Project to offer classes to the site’s families. Together they have recognised how work-related mental health issues not only affect the individual, it also affects the individual’s family….

As well as seeking to prevent suicides through awareness campaigns and mental health first aid training we have put posters in and around our crane bases. If someone is suffering from suicidal thoughts they may try to come onto site when empty and use the crane as a method of suicide. We have put posters around the crane base in…

CR Civil Engineering celebrated 20 years of trading and to mark the occasion, the company signed the ‘Time-to-Change Employer Pledge’. The Time to Change Employer Pledge is a commitment to changing the way we all think and act about mental health in the workplace. This commitment is supported by a 12-month Employer Action Plan, built upon five years of evidence-based…

Introducing the latest member to join the team at Elephant Park, Marley the therapy dog. To compliment Lendlease’s commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of its people and those who work on our projects, the team at Elephant Park have their very own in-house therapy dog. Anyone can drop by for a cuddle or pick-me-up or request a private…

The building blocks form the thoughts of our onsite community when attached to the support wall. This gives operatives a chance to write down their thoughts, feedback and praise in an anonymous way or as they please. It is a safe space to speak out. At induction each operative is given a building block as each person matters. A private…

At Robertson we believe that a healthy workforce is a happy workforce! We value our workforce and understand that mental health problems and fatigue can affect anyone at any time. We operate an open door policy where employees and subcontractors can talk to a manager or Mental Health First Aider in absolute confidence. We provide a free helpline that offers…

What it is A light up panel fixed to the wall which incorporates our own images and uses a cutting edge LED light source to create a healthier and better ambience. It not only provides light to the office space but also creates an illusion of a greater space, improving the mental wellbeing of the workers in the office. Why…

At Engie Places and Communities, all of our Mental Health First Aiders’ have added a bold statement at the end of their signature on all emails. It reads ‘I’m a Mental Health First Aider’ in large, bright letters. This allows staff to reach out, if or when the time comes that they need to talk. It takes away the face…

‘Moodbeam’ devices are currently being trialled on this project. The aim of these wristband devices is to support meaningful conversations in relation to the user’s mental health and wellbeing. The device logs sleep and activity, and the user presses a yellow button on the device when feeling happy and a blue button when feeling unhappy. The device connects to an…

The site team investigated the suicide rate within the construction industry and discovered, via The Office of National Statistics, that between 2011 and 2015: people working in construction were 63% more likely to die by suicide than the national average. There were over 1,400 suicides in construction in five years, more than any other profession. This was three times higher…

Public Health England have created their Every Mind Matters campaign to help your colleagues and members of the public to discover simple steps to achieve good mental health. This national campaign is full of expert advice and practical tips to help anyone affected by mental health. The campaign has a free NHS-approved online tool which is available on the Every…

The team working on Stobhill Mental Health Units were approached for old pallets and material off cuts by The Men’s Shed Association at Springburn Park, a charity that provides a place for men of all ages to go that suffer with depression and loneliness. The charity use woodworking, arts and crafts as a way for men to socialise with others…

On The Broadway project, we are focusing on the wellbeing of all Multiplex staff and contractors working on our behalf. We have collectively been thinking of new ways to help manage stress and in doing so have took to mindfulness and how it can help in the workplace. We invited a guest speaker to help us learn meditation techniques as…

The site has developed a concept called Chatty Café, which is a forum for site personnel who may be seeking help with their mental health issues. The site believes that approaches towards mental health should be more than just posters on the canteen wall, and should take the form of sharing stories and group activities. The forum is intended to…

On The Broadway project, the trained Mental Health First Aiders wanted to make it possible for themselves to be available for anyone to come and talk to via a general chit-chat. The talks help put names to faces regarding who the Mental Health First Aiders are, and also enables the Mental Health First Aiders to signpost anyone who requires support….

mac-group recognise the importance of having good mental and physical health for everyone working on our projects. During Mental Health Awareness Week (13th-19th May), mac-group held Mental Health toolbox talks on all sites, and distributed mental health badges and construction industry helpline cards. The Mountpark Baldonnell project also has two trained mental health first aiders on site. In March 2019,…

A full site stand down took place so that a tool box talk discussion could take place on the key issues around men’s health to mark Men’s Health week. The following key points were discussed: A waist size of over 37 inches can have serious health implications for the heart, lungs, blood pressure etc. No more than 14 units of…

On Tuesday 14th May 2019, ISG management at Richmond-upon-Thames college (RUTC) organised a special event to take place on site for the benefit of the subcontractor operatives and supervisors. The event in question was a visit from ‘Mental Health UK’, and the aim was to give a presentation to the workforce about the dangers of stress in the workplace. The…

The team at Inverness Justice Centre hosted a Workforce Wellbeing and Energiser, which aimed to encourage social connections to support and enhance wellbeing through an informative tool box talk, followed by laughter and breathing exercises. The session also raised awareness of the impact of mental health, stigmas associated with mental ill-health, self-care and how to support others. The event was…

A secure iPad in the canteen has been installed for the workforce to access while on their breaks. The iPad stand is adjustable and has two positions, so the user can stand up or sit down. The stool provided at the station is made out of re-used waste materials from site. The iPad is preloaded with information on the following…

Today at the LUHIC site in Lancaster, we had a ‘Mental Health Awareness: State of Mind’ presentation from Danny Sculthorpe (ex-Wigan Warriors and Great Britain rugby league player) and Phil Veivers (ex-St Helens rugby league player and Wigan Warriors/ Salford head coach). Since leaving rugby league, Danny Sculthorpe has become a mental health and stress speaker, and has spoken to…

At Murraywood Construction we take the health of our employees seriously, encouraging all to undertake the health screening that is provided on a yearly basis, but we also recognise that good health is not only physical. The World Health Organisation defines mental health as ‘a state of wellbeing in which the individual realises their abilities, can cope with the normal…

World Mental Health Day took place on 10th October 2018, with people across the globe showing their support in raising awareness for all types of mental health. On the same day, CR Civils introduced their first Mental Health First Aid Training course – with the feedback being very positive. Our Procurement Director is a committee member of The Lighthouse Construction…

The Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity, who run the Construction Industry Helpline, launched an app  in collaboration with COINS (a construction software firm) and Building Mental Health (an online information portal about mental health, also developed by the charity). The new Construction Industry Helpline app will be a free, confidential service aimed at providing essential information and guidance on wellbeing…

In May 2018 as part of mental health awareness week we undertook a cross sectional survey amongst staff and supply chain operatives using a self-completing questionnaire to explore the effectiveness of our approach, and interventions, events, campaigns and training around mental health offered to date. Our work is intended to eliminate stigma and discrimination through positive action, understanding and behaviours…

The Lighthouse Construction Industry charity has been working with Mace, LendLease and the CITB to devise a 45 minute Toolbox Talk on Mental Health Awareness. The presentation contains 3 videos and has been developed so that companies can download it for their use and add content of their own. The presentation is fully scripted and comes with a guidance note…

As part of our staff wellbeing, we recognised the challenges that January can sometimes bring in terms of personal motivation for our workforce. The fun of the holiday season has faded, purse strings are tightened as pay day seems further away than usual, and as if January weather isn’t bad enough, Storm Eleanor brought more wind and rain than usual….

The project team at the Grosvenor Crescent site were under a lot of pressure to deliver a difficult project on time, budget and to a very high standard. This resulted in a few colleagues noting they may be showing signs of stress. As a result of this, the project team devised a Stress Break Rota. This entailed members of the…

There is nothing better than coming back from a holiday and having a welcoming email waiting for you in your inbox with some gentle steps to help you to settle down back into your working routine and to help you to overcome those Holiday Blues. Our welcome e-mail reads as follows: I hope you have had an amazing holiday and…

Stress can lead to or be caused by mental health problems. Monitoring of stress and taking action to reduce stress can vastly improve someone’s mental health. See the examples below for how one site addressed this: The site conducted a BioDot survey of the workforce as part of Stress Awareness Week. BioDots are a small adhesive dot placed on a…

Overbury have been working with CALM (The Campaign Against Living Miserably) to spread the message that talking about mental health can help save lives. We have done this through the use of humorous coasters around the site canteen, offices and meeting rooms. These have proved very popular as an engaging way of getting the message across, and are discreet enough…

The project has identified mental health as a key focus for 2017. To kick off the year in a positive light, presentations on mental health awareness were delivered to the workforce as part of our safe start following the Christmas period. The presentation reiterated how to identify the symptoms of stress and fatigue and how to foster positive mental health. Following…

We have started a new campaign at Clearly Renovations to break the taboo of not talking about mental health and its effect on people’s lives. 1 in 4 people are affected by mental illness and suicide is still the single biggest cause of death for men under 45. Sadly, there is still some stigma around this health issue; many suffer…

During periods of change and high demand, the Costain Skanska Joint Venture building Crossrail’s Paddington Station require their staff to be resilient and proactive about maintaining their wellbeing. The workplace has a duty of care to provide an environment that not only creates formal opportunities for wellbeing discussions, but actively encourages managers to discuss levels of stress and resilience with…

Mental Health Awareness Week is coordinated annually by the Mental Health Foundation. The week helps to raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing issues. The idea is to help prompt a national conversation about what we can do as communities, schools, families and individuals to move from survive to thrive. To support Mental Health Awareness Week on your site, you could do the…

Caring for the wellbeing and safety of your employees is crucial in maintaining a happy, healthy workforce and industry image. The focus on health and safety is continuous and can always be enhanced on a construction site. However there are aspects of maintaining a healthy wellbeing that can’t always be noticeably seen and can easily go unnoticed, such as an addiction….

Too many men do not communicate or take action when it comes to their personal health. The Movember Foundation is a global charity which aims to raise funds and awareness for men’s health. They are dedicated to raising awareness and helping men to live longer, healthier and happier lives through investing in four key areas: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, poor mental health and…

World Mental Health Day promotes mental health education, awareness and advocacy. This day will be focusing on mental health in the workplace. To support World Mental Health Day on your site, you could do the following: Read the Considerate Constructors Scheme’s ‘Spotlight on… mental health’ learning toolkit which includes case studies of how sites have raised awareness of mental health amongst the…

World Suicide Prevention Day is coordinated annually by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and the World Health Organisation (WHO). The week is all about taking action to raise awareness of suicide prevention. To support World Suicide Prevention Day on your site you could do the following: Read the Considerate Constructors Scheme’s ‘Spotlight on…mental health’ for information about how other companies are effectively approaching…

Movember is the No.1 leading global organisation committed to changing the face of men’s health. The Movember Foundation challenges men to grow moustaches during November, to spark conversation and raise vital funds for its men’s health programs, specifically prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health. To support Movember on your site, you could do the following: Encourage operatives on your site…

The construction industry should be supportive to all those who work within it. Many issues can be dealt with on site, but sometimes more specialist help and support is need. The Lighthouse Club, which is the construction industry charity that runs the Construction Industry Helpline, can assist the workforce and their families in times of hardship and stress by providing…

The Construction Industry Helpline provides support and advice on a range of topics from occupational health and wellbeing, to financial aid in times of hardship caused by accident, illness, injury or bereavement. The Construction Industry Helpline is funded and supported by businesses and people in the construction industry, for the benefit of the people in our industry. This helpline provides the…