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The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched the Need to Talk Sticker as a discreet way for people in construction to access support when they need it most. The sticker features a QR code that takes you directly to CIOB Assist, where a range of help and resources are available. This is designed to be placed in private spaces, such…

A site operative collapsed on site and life saving first aid had to be delivered – the operative made a full recovery and received support. However the site team acknowledged those on site (especially those delivering the first aid) would also be dealing with significant trauma/PTSD and they needed to act fast to provide them with support also. The following…

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…

This contractor has recently begun restoration works to the Tyne Bridge in Newcastle. All staff and operatives on the project must undertake suicide prevention and intervention training prior to commencing works on-site. The Tyne Bridge is notable for suicide incidents, and therefore, the contractor has worked with Newcastle City Council, Emergency Services and the Lighthouse Charity to ensure the workforce…

Doom scrolling is a phenomenon where individuals continuously scroll through negative news, distressing content or social media. This is now recognised as detrimental to mental health. This contractor is targeting this behaviour on site through a campaign that seeks to address these negative effects and encourages workers to break the cycle. As part of the campaign to tackle this issue,…

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…

Historically, this contractor has seen operatives taking naps and breaks in the change rooms to find a quiet space, therefore they wanted to provide them with a bespoke and specific place to rest and recharge. Research also shows that short naps and effective breaks can improve brain function, elevate moods, sharpen alertness, strengthen memory and lower blood pressure. With this…

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…

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 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…

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…

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…