CITB rolls out suicide prevention programme

There are a number of factors that contribute to suicide risk in the industry, including job insecurity driven by short-term contracts, fatigue from long working hours and financial pressures.

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has partnered with the NHS Wales Suicide Prevention and Self Harm Programme to roll out a campaign across construction sites in Wales that raises awareness of suicide and signposts people to support.

A poster campaign and other resources – such as short ‘toolbox talks’ on suicide awareness training – are being developed as part of the campaign.

Julia Stevens, Engagement Director for Wales at CITB, said: “This initiative is one of many taking place across the industry to improve mental health and wellbeing.”

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