How to Help Your Employees be Resilient
Employees who feel safe and are mentally well also perform better on the job and are less likely to get physically injured. Grief. Disappointment. Exhaustion. These are just a few
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Mental Health: Let’s talk About It
AGC would not be able to have the successful events and meetings without our generous partners! As a benefit of our yearly Partner Program, we spotlight some of our member
Three Heartfelt Ways to Make a Co-Worker’s Day
Instead of focusing on romance this Valentine’s Day, consider reaching out with kindness. According to research by Mental Health America, Oregon has one of the worst rates of mental health
It’s Time to Talk About Mental Well-Being in the Workplace
Support a culture of well-being at your workplace by encouraging use of mental health resources. One way to erase the stigma around mental health in the workplace is to talk
Suicide Prevention in Construction: Why You SHOULD Be Talking About It
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the construction industry often lands among the top 10 industries at risk for suicide. Multiple demographic factors contribute to this including gender, age,
DJC OP-ED: Suicide in Construction an Unspoken Crisis
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on August 20 in Buildings Bridges and Roads, and can be viewed here (subscription required).
SafeBuild Alliance Now Has Mental Health Resources
SafeBuild Alliance now has resources available for mental health and suicide prevention. The facts: The construction industry rates as the second highest rate of suicide in the United States. At
Next S&H Council Meeting: Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: Break the Silence and Build a Caring Future AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter Safety & Health Council June 16, 2016 9:30–11:30 am When suicide occurs, coworkers and