Mental Health Crises and Suicide Prevention in Construction Mental Health Crises and Suicide Prevention in Construction Company Harlan McPhee North McPhee South Powerhawke Ravex Richards Company Using the Form Job Name * Job Name and/or Number Date * Mental Health Crises and Suicide Prevention in Construction Today let’s talk about something we don’t usually bring up on the job: your mental health. Most people think the biggest dangers employees face at work are falls, electrocution, or chemical exposures. But the truth is, the construction industry loses five times more workers to suicide every year than to job-site accidents. It’s something we can’t keep ignoring. Why does this occur? Because in many cases, construction work can be tough. Long hours, physical pain, tight deadlines, layoffs, and that old “tough it out” mindset can wear on anybody. And when you add personal pressures—things like family or relationship stress, financial struggles, losing someone close, or being away from home for long stretches—it becomes a lot to carry. That mix can take a toll on even the strongest people. Here’s something important to understand: Struggling doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you’re human. Asking for help is actually one of the strongest things you can do. So, if you’ve been feeling withdrawn, overwhelmed, hopeless, exhausted, or short-tempered… or if things just feel heavier than usual… don’t brush it off. Pay attention to that. And if you notice a coworker acting that way, don’t ignore it either. Sometimes one simple conversation can make a huge difference. There are people you can talk to. That might be a doctor or a mental health professional. It might be a minister or pastor. It might be HR, your company’s Employee Assistance Program, or might even be just a friend or coworker you trust. You can access Phalcon’s Employee Assistance Program by calling ALLOne Health at 855-775-4357. You can also reach a trained counselor anytime by calling or texting 988, or by chatting online at 988lifeline.org. It’s available 24/7, completely confidential, and you don’t have to have the perfect words. You can start simply by saying “hello,” and they will take it from there. Everyone needs to understand this clearly: your mind, and your life, matter. Speak up. Reach out. Help is here. If you ever need someone to talk to, remember there are real people ready to listen, anytime. Additional Comments Trainer Name * Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Picture Upload Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum upload size: 52.43MB reCAPTCHA If you are human, leave this field blank. Submit Δ
