The Construction Mental Health Alliance (CMHA), a newly formed 501(c)(3) nonprofit, announced the official launch of its Industry Pledge, now available on the organization’s website.
The pledge includes measurable goals and invites construction leaders across North America to protect the physical and mental health of their workforce by committing to:
- Preventing traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and head injuries
- Improving mental health and reducing suicide in construction
- Managing fatigue and reducing mental and physical stress
- Improving health, wellness and fitness
“For too long, our industry has asked workers to power through pain, both physical and mental, without the support they deserve,” said Scott Greenhaus, president of the CMHA. The Industry Pledge gives every company a way to lead with intention. When we make psychological safety a shared standard rather than an individual choice, we change the trajectory of an entire profession. This is about accountability, and it only works when we move forward together.”
Many organizations and individuals have already made the pledge, and CMHA is hoping the pledge will serve as a cornerstone of building awareness about mental health in the industry. Those that take the pledge are invited to spread the word further by letting their team, clients and subcontractors know about their commitment by using the digital media toolkit on CMHA website. Other recommendations include downloading resources for Toolbox Talk or safety meetings covering mental health, opioid misuse, head injury prevention, fatigue management and wellness strategies. Most important is reminding field teams that confidential crisis support is always available by calling or texting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Construction leaders and organizations are invited to take the pledge and learn more at www.constructionwellness.org.
