Why we need Hope.
By Sonya Bohmann for Construction Business Outlook
Hope is more than a feeling. It is a proven protective factor that can save lives. In this article, Sonya Bohmann explores why creating a culture of hope is essential to preventing suicide and strengthening mental wellness across the construction industry.
Episode 209: ‘Saving Lives in Construction’ with Sonya Bohman
By: Joseph Whiteman, CSP, CHST, Director of Safety Services, American Society of Concrete Contractors
The Portland Community Roundtable on Workforce Well-Being was never intended to be a one-time event.
Board member, Kabri Lehrman-Schmid, on the Construction Suicide Prevention Webinar.
Lessons from Portland’s Community Roundtable by Kabri Lehrman-Schmid
NY Building Trades Employer's Association Mental Health Video
This video from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) features CIASP board member Joe Xavier and other industry voices sharing candid perspectives on mental health and the importance of starting the conversation. Through personal insight and industry experience, the discussion highlights how mental health impacts workers, families, and jobsite safety, reinforcing the need for awareness, support, and a culture where people feel comfortable speaking up.
OSHA’s Workplace Stress Employer Guidance offers practical tips and tools to help employers recognize, address, and reduce workplace stress. From fostering open conversations to building supportive workplace cultures, this resource reinforces the important connection between mental health, safety, and overall worker well-being.
Leading Through the Season's Hidden Pressures
