SMG U Library

Mental Health Safety

This month’s Safety Toolkit focuses on Mental Health and Workplace Safety. A 4-minute micro-training video explores suicide prevention, seeking help, and recognizing burnout, with practical reminders for supporting yourself and those around you. You’ll also find links to four Toolbox Talks covering mental health conversations at work, asking for help, burnout, and supporting teams after a critical incident. 

 

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SMG U Toolbox Talks

Toolbox Talks

Staying safe on a busy jobsite starts with staying aware. Toolbox talks are a simple, effective way to keep safety top of mind—especially when workers are navigating heavy equipment, moving vehicles, and constantly changing conditions. These short, focused briefings help teams recognize risks, reinforce best practices, and meet safety training requirements in a practical, real-world way.
01

Mental Health Conversations

Mental health affects safety, whether you’re in the field or behind a desk. This talk covers how to recognize when someone may be struggling, start respectful conversations, and respond without judgment. Teams learn how simple check-ins and active listening can create a safer, more supportive workplace.

02

Seek Help

Asking for help can make a meaningful difference. This talk addresses the risks of struggling in silence and the stigma around speaking up. Teams learn to recognize warning signs, support coworkers who open up, and connect them with the right resources when needed. 

03

Recognizing Burnout

Burnout isn’t always visible, but it can directly affect safety. This talk covers how fatigue and exhaustion can lead to missed hazards, communication breakdowns, and shortcuts. Crews learn to recognize warning signs, check in with teammates, and address burnout before it contributes to an incident. 

04

Post-Incident Support

What happens after a serious incident can have a lasting impact. This talk covers how to support employees, acknowledge different reactions, and create space for honest conversation. Leaders learn to communicate openly, provide resources, and continue checking in as the team moves forward. 

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Links to Free OSHA Resources
OSHA Resource

Workplace Mental Health

OSHA FactSheet

OSHA's Workplace Mental Health fact sheet highlights the importance of protecting workers’ mental health and well-being. It covers workplace stress, traumatic events, substance use disorder, and suicide risk factors, while providing resources to help employers recognize concerns, reduce stigma, and support employees who may need assistance. 

AFSP Resource

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Website & Resources

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) provides resources and education to help prevent suicide and support those affected by suicide loss. The organization offers information on warning signs, risk factors, treatment, and how to help someone at risk, along with community programs, research, advocacy, and support resources designed to promote mental health and suicide prevention. 

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