Mental health concerns how we think, feel and behave. Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health problems. They are often a reaction to a difficult life event, such as bereavement, but can also be caused by work-related issues.
A PDF document that provides information and tips on mental health and suicide prevention for construction workers. It covers the facts, vulnerabilities, warning signs, prevention tips and resources for the industry.
A PDF document that provides information and tips on mental health and substance misuse in the construction industry. It covers the prevalence, signs, stigma, and resources of behavioral health issues, and how to start a conversation with a coworker who might be struggling.
Mental health plays a crucial role in our overall well-being and can significantly impact our productivity, relationships, and job satisfaction. It's essential to recognize that mental health is just as important as physical health and that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. In this toolbox talk, we'll cover the following topics:
Introduction: Welcome to our toolbox talk on mental health. We know that the construction site can be a demanding place, so today, we're going to chat about why mental health matters, how to be resilient, and how we can support each other.
Protect Your Mental Health Workplaces that promote the importance of safety and well-being, and encourage worker engagement and connectedness, with an emphasis on teamwork and respect for one another, create a culture in which people are more likely to reach out for help when struggling with a mental health condition.
This handbook talks through various aspects of the Mental Wellbeing Toolbox in more detail. Depending on where you sit on the mental wellbeing spectrum will determine which part of the Toolbox will be most useful.
Facilitator Tasks before the Toolbox Talk (TBT) To increase your confidence and knowledge around discussing mental health topics, refer to the Supervisor Guide on Mental Health. Read through the TBT you are going to deliver, as well as the facilitator guide below.
about Mental Wellness which follows naturally from your Health and Safety Talk yourself (you know your crew) the conversation light (if you’re a funny person, be funny, this breaks the ice) about the importance of Health & Safety and Mental Wellness going hand in hand examples what this may look like).
About this toolbox talk This toolbox talk can be delivered by construction supervisors and is designed to raise awareness about mental health in construction, including how to recognise the signs of mental health hazards and risks and mental ill-health in colleagues, and provide examples of healthy coping strategies.
We are here today to focus on stress management and job stress, specifically to talk about what stress is, its threats to health and happiness, sources of job stress, and solutions.
Daily Toolbox Talk: Healthy Mind, Healthy Body May 4, 2021 Being safe means paying attention to both mind and body. It extends beyond wearing hardhats and safety glasses. It means recognizing how important mental health really is to everyone’s overall safety. From suicide to distractions that lead to devastating accidents, it is important that we all recognize the importance of total well ...
1. Mental Health and Workplace Impact • Key Statistic: 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year. • Mental health affects how we think, feel, and function - just like physical health. • Poor mental health can lead to: o Concentration Issues: Mistakes and accidents.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING TOOLKIT TOOLBOX TALK – FIVE WAYS TO WELLBEING Today let’s talk about five simple things you can do as part of your daily life – at work and at home – to build resilience, boost your wellbeing and lower your risk of developing mental health problems.
You thought today’s talk was going to be the normal safety stuff. Not today. It’s time we paid attention to some larger issues – issues that can and do affect health and safety in general. So, yes, I guess it’s a safety meeting after all. Let’s call it a life meeting. We never talk about suicide, addiction, or mental health.
MENTAL HEALTH TOOLBOX TALK SELF-CARE MENU MENTAL HEALTH TOOLBOX TALK – SELF-CARE MENU Self-care is about taking the time to look after your own wellbeing. It can be anything that deliberately to take care of yourself. Self-care comes in many different forms and is different for everyone. It is what works for you. Taking time every day to focus on yourself and your own wellbeing can have a ...
As an industry, we are concerned about your physical and mental health. Today’s toolbox talk is about mental health; yours, your coworker, your family or your friend. By talking about mental health and suicide prevention we are able to provide information and options, and it lets others know they are in a safe environment to do so.
This toolbox talk discusses the importance of treating mental health with the same care and concern as physical health in the workplace. It notes that 1 in 5 adults experience a mental health condition like depression or anxiety, which can impact focus, reaction times, and decision-making at work. The document encourages coworkers to check in with one another, listen actively, and help connect ...
