Ryebridge has reinforced its commitment to the wellbeing of its workers throughout Men’s Health Awareness Month 2024.
The aim of the November initiative is to encourage men to start conversations about their health and to seek support if they need it, including mental health and suicide prevention.
Ryebridge works closely with Lighthouse, a charity dedicated to the emotional, physical and financial wellbeing of the construction industry and their families.
According to their shocking statistics, stress, depression or anxiety accounts for 20 per cent of all work-related illness in construction, and every single working day in the UK two construction workers take their own lives.
The company has also established new links with another charity, Mates in Mind, which works across various industries, focusing on construction, as well as related sectors including transport, logistics, manufacturing, and others.
Ryebridge HSQE (health, safety, quality and environment) manager Karen Carter said: “We encourage our staff to talk about stress and mental health, and have a number of mental health first aiders available if they are needed.
“Mental health has always been a priority for us, and I’m very aware of the importance of ensuring all employees have access to mental health first aiders, signposting to support services, or where necessary independent counsellors.”
Ryebridge also holds regular occupational health days to ensure staff have access to any support they might require.
For information on the work of the Lighthouse charity, visit https://www.lighthouseclub.org/mental-health/
Find out more about Mates in Mind at https://www.matesinmind.org/
