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According to the , in 2021, the construction industry had the second-highest rate of suicide among its workers, surpassed only by mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction workers.听Fifty-six out of every 100,000 male construction workers died by suicide in 2021, compared to 32 per 100,000 male workers in all industries. This rate was roughly four times the national average and almost six times the rate of all construction fatalities combined.
鈥淲e cannot stand by while a silent epidemic of suicide takes place within our industry,鈥 said Jeffrey D. Shoaf, 91短视频 of America's chief executive officer. 鈥淲e want to reduce the stigma of mental health issues in this industry, let people know it is okay to ask for help and, ultimately, save lives.鈥澨
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Mental Health PSAs
On December 6, 2022, 91短视频 of America released a telling the stories of real industry professionals who have struggled with mental health. The hope is that in sharing their stories, others will know they are not alone, and it is okay to seek help when it is needed.听These videos are part of the association鈥檚 ongoing efforts to combat high suicide rates and improve mental health among the industry鈥檚 workers.听
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Naloxone Awareness Videos
In January 2025, 91短视频 of America released a telling the stories highlighting the critical need for听Naloxone听on every job site. These powerful stories serve as a reminder that emergencies can happen anywhere, and having the proper training and resources can mean the difference between life and death. See why safety isn鈥檛 just about hard hats and harnesses鈥攊t鈥檚 about being ready for anything.
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Tools & Resources
The 91短视频 Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Task Force has compiled a wealth of tools and resources related to mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention.听
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This page was last updated on April 3, 2025.听