This World Suicide Prevention Day, SEC are sharing an important message from Samaritans.
If you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care.
In the construction industry, people can often be under huge pressure, while silently struggling and masking how they really feel.
“Are you okay?”
“I’m fine.”
Ask again. That second question can help unlock the mental load someone is carrying and create the space they need to talk.
At SEC, we have trained Mental Health First Aiders who can listen and signpost people to appropriate help. The mental health training for our leaders this year has also highlighted signs to look out for and how to respond when we have concerns.
Samaritans is one of many organisations and sources of support available. Find out more: Samaritans.org/WSD
