09/10/2026
💚 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY | 10 OCTOBER 💚
Behind every hard hat is a human being.
Mental health is a serious issue across the construction industry, and the statistics are a reminder of why we need to keep talking.
📊 The reality of mental health in construction:
🔹 80% of construction workers surveyed experienced stress over the past year.
🔹 68% experienced anxiety.
🔹 38% experienced depression.
🔹 Construction workers have faced su***de rates reported at 3.7 times the national average.
Behind these statistics are real people - our colleagues, friends, family members and mates.
In an industry where long hours, tight deadlines and time away from home can take their toll, it's vital that we look out for one another, both on site and off it.
At Groundwork Services Durham, we believe that looking after our people goes beyond physical health and safety. It means creating an environment where people feel supported, where conversations about mental health are encouraged, and where nobody feels they have to struggle in silence.
Tomorrow, on World Mental Health Day, we’re reminding everyone that:
💚 Check in on your colleagues.
💚 Make time to listen.
💚 Don't be afraid to speak up.
💚 Remember that asking for help is a sign of strength.
You don't always know what someone is going through behind the scenes. Sometimes, a simple conversation can make all the difference.
Let's break the stigma, look after our mates and remind each other that it's okay not to be okay.
Because getting everyone home safely means looking after their mental wellbeing, too.
