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Construction and Manufacturing

The construction and manufacturing workforce in South Dakota is experiencing a higher prevalence of suicide than any other industry. From 2019-2023, these two industries accounted for approximately 23% of suicide deaths in South Dakota. These challenging and physically demanding jobs, along with work-related stress due to seasonal work, demanding schedules, and workplace injuries can impart the mental health of this workforce.

Despite the physical dangers of the job, construction workers are more likely to die by their own hands than from workplace accidents. This highlights an urgent need for comprehensive mental health support and awareness within the industry. Addressing these challenges is crucial to improving the well-being and safety of construction workers.

How can I reduce stigma and promote suicide prevention awareness in the construction and manufacturing field?

Training

  • CPWR: Building Resilience – Training Activities to Promote Construction Worker Well-being
    A free discussion-based training with 9 modules that cover topics such as general health, suicide awareness, motivational interviewing, and opioid awareness. Each module can be taught in 30–60-minute sessions — pick and choose those that work for you. Accompanying the training are  introductory slides and a participant guide.
  • Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention: Suicide Prevention Training
    A 60–90-minute training that teaches you to recognize the signs and what to do if you are worried about someone. CIASP offers this LivingWorks training for free for up to 5 people within your organization.

Human Resources

  • Human Resources can access various Employer Toolkits and share the information with employees

Safety Meetings
  • Bringing up mental health and suicide prevention in regular safety meetings can open up many doors for employees to talk about or reach out to get help with their mental health. 
  • Toolbox Talk
    • Opening up the door to have conversations around mental health and suicide prevention allows employees to feel safe and heard. You can utilize these Toolbox Talk templates, to have the conversation with your employees. 

 

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