At Gipping we take the mental health of our employees as seriously as we take their physical health and feel it is vital to offer support to anyone who is struggling to cope.
Our Contracts Manager, Peter Flatt, and Associate Director, Construction, Julian Davies MCIOB, recently took part in a highly beneficial ‘Suicide Prevention in Construction’ online workshop run by Anita Malster of Blossom Mental Health Training. Contracts Manger, Steve Offord and Site Manager, Dale Gregory, will also be taking part in the next workshop in May.
Both Peter and Julian felt the course was both relevant and rewarding.
Peter said, ‘The course was very informative and will give me the confidence to speak openly with anyone who may need my help. Confidence comes from the knowledge that I would be using the correct terminology whilst being supportive. The help app that we were asked to download is also a very useful tool and is something that I will definitely pass on to others.’
Julian added, ‘The course was certainly an eye opener, and it has made me aware what a massive issue we have in our industry with suicide. Anita clearly pointed out the signals to watch out for if someone is thinking of ending their life and how to intervene to potentially save a life.’
Anita is passionate about raising awareness of the higher than UK average rates of suicide within the industry and we are happy to champion her important cause.
It might just save a life.
Contact:
Anita Malster MSc
Blossom Mental Health Training Limited
M: 07711 867290
E: [email protected]
Website: blossomtraining.org