TRAINING FEATURES
Mental Health Support for Construction Crews:
Evidence-based Training for Supervisors
Construction workers have some of the highest rates of depression, anxiety, psychological distress, addiction, overdose, and suicide of all occupational groups. This training equips construction supervisors with the information and tools they need to spot and respond effectively to mental health warning signs.
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Self-paced, online training that can be completed in 60 minutes
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Evidence-based content developed by occupational health experts and leaders from the construction industry
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Two-week behavior tracking tool designed to help track supportive supervisor behaviors to reinforce learning
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Downloadable tools and resources
"The construction industry is recognizing the stigma it has historically attached to worker mental health and the catastrophic negative impact this has had. This training gives employers the tools they need to address these issues. Practical tools, relatable scenarios, and real conversations will resonate with construction leaders and the overall workforce."
Justin Molocznik, MS CSP CHST
Director, Safety & Health, JTM Construction
The construction industry is facing a mental health crisis
The CPWR Center for Construction Research and Training reports that nearly half of all construction workers experience depression and that work-related factors are strongly associated with poor mental health in construction. Work-related factors contributing to poor mental health include employment instability and insecurity, job demands, lack of support, long work hours, hazardous work, poor psychosocial and safety climate, and bullying and harassmentⁱ. Mental Health Support for Construction Crews responds to these well-documented issues.
This training was developed with support from Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) and Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). The training is a key component of the Respectful Workplace Initiative, a partnership of the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences, BOLI, and ODOT, designed to improve construction jobsite culture.
Our evidence-based, online training helps construction leaders:
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Recognize the warning signs of mental health distress;
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Learn appropriate ways to respond to workplace mental health concerns;
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Learn practical strategies to reduce employee stress; and
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Learn preventative strategies to support employees’ mental health.
'Assessment of Construction Workers' Mental Health to Improve Wellbeing, (Jan 2024)
This training was originally developed in partnership with the U.S. military by occupational health experts at OHSU.
The initial research on which the training is based found that managers received the training reported:
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Reduced anger and loneliness;
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Reduced risk factors for poor mental health;
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Improved feelings of support from manager; and
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Increased feelings of team cohesion.
Our Research Team
Leslie B. Hammer, Ph.D., is the Associate Director of Applied Research and Professor at the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences at Oregon Health & Science University and Director of the Oregon Healthy Workforce Center, one of 10 centers of excellence in Total Worker Health® funded by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.
Jennifer Dimoff, Ph.D., is an associate professor in the Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa, as well as an affiliate faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). Dr. Dimoff co-developed the Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT), one of the first scientifically evaluated mental health training programs for workplace leaders to demonstrate ROI.
PRICING & PURCHASING
Flexible options for every organization
Training Seats
Purchase the number of seats you need with no minimum order.
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Ideal if you have less than 200 leaders
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Easy online learner access
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Two-week behavior tracking application
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Downloadable tools and resources
In recognition of
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
this training will be FREE in September
Commercial Companies $75/learner
Recognized Apprentice Training Agents in Oregon FREE*
*If you are a registered training agent for the Oregon Apprenticeship Division, Bureau of Labor Industries. Check your status at https://apprenticelookup.boli.oregon.gov/#/search/apprentice.
