Providing tools for mental health in construction industry

CORK’S Rockwell Engineering recently welcomed Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity’s MakeItVisible team to its headquarters on Blarney Rd for ‘tool box’ talk.

The charity says the construction industry faces a significant challenge with mental health issues, and the talk centred around workforce wellbeing, offering practical steps to promote mental health in the workplace.

Carolina Zanetti, HR administrator at Rockwell, said: “We were delighted to welcome the MakeItVisible team to Rockwell’s offices and workshop in Cork.

“[Speakers] Dale and Justin not only shared their personal experiences but also invaluable insights into the free resources and initiatives provided by the Lighthouse Charity.”

Sarah Bolton, chief operating officer for the Lighthouse Charity, said: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Rockwell. As well as providing valuable financial support to us through our Company Supporter programme, they are also raising awareness of our charitable services with their teams and supply chain and promoting a positive wellbeing culture.”

The MakeItVisible team provides support and resources to workshop and office personnel as part of an ongoing partnership aimed at improving workforce wellbeing and signposting to vital support services.

The Lighthouse Charity is the sole charity in Ireland and Britain dedicated to addressing the emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing of workers in this sector and their families.

The Lighthouse Charity offers support through various channels, including a free and confidential 24/7 Construction Industry Helpline, live chat service, and the text-based HARDHAT facility, with information, guidance, and support on a range of wellbeing issues.

Complementing these services are their free Self Support App and Lighthouse Beacons, which provide additional avenues for assistance.

The 24/7 Construction Industry helpline is on 1800-939-122, or text HARDHAT to 50808.