Mental health support for TRA members
Statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reveal that 1.8 million workers reported they were suffering from work-related ill health in 2022/23, with approximately half of the cases down to stress, depression, or anxiety. Mental health issues are a widespread challenge, affecting 1 in 4 people in the UK at some point in their … Continue reading “Mental health support for TRA members”
Looking after the mental health of those around you
World Suicide Prevention Day was a global reminder of the importance of mental health. According to recent statistics from the ONS, 5,583 people lost their lives due to suicide in England and Wales in 2021. In the construction industry, the number of people taking their own lives has increased from 26 per 100,000 seven years … Continue reading “Looking after the mental health of those around you”
Building a successful mental health culture in your workplace
Mental health awareness is a crucial topic across all industries, particularly in the construction sector. The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has been working to raise awareness and address the stigma of poor mental health within the workplace. According to CITB Chief Executive, the statistics are grim. Every day two construction workers take their own … Continue reading “Building a successful mental health culture in your workplace”
