Studies show that suicide is killing workers in the construction industry at five times the rate of work-related injuries like falls and struck-by incidents. And it’s killing them in all parts of the industry – including upper management. Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to why this is happening nor is there an easy fix, but in many cases deaths from suicide CAN be prevented when we push mental health stigma aside and help one another. Join MCAA and our Alliance partners for a special webinar exploring the topic on Wednesday, September 13th at 2:00pm EDT. Register today – you could help save a life!
MCAA and our Alliance partners at CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR), the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), and The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC) are pleased to partner to present this webinar.
We will be joined by a representative from NASCAR driver Daniel Dye’s race team and the Race to Stop Suicide for a conversation about real issues affecting us every day and ways to spot signs of depression or feelings of hopelessness in colleagues, employees, and loved ones.
Our panelists will share their own experiences with mental health, engaging in suicide prevention activities in the workplace, and breaking down barriers in an industry that does not always welcome conversations about feelings. Employers and other attendees will walk away with ideas to help reduce stigma and save lives and will learn more about mental health resources for the construction industry.
Meet the Panel
Moderator:
- Chris Trahan Cain, CIH, Executive Director, CPWR
Panelists:
- Raffi F. Elchemmas, Executive Director, Safety, Health and Risk Management, MCAA
- Alexander M. Kopp, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, TAUC
- Daniel Dye, NASCAR Driver
- Randy Dye, Chairman, Race to Stop Suicide
- Kevin Striegle, Manager, Daniel Dye Racing
- Justin Crandol, MS, CSP, ARM, CRIS, Director of Safety, SMACNA
- Wesley L. Wheeler, SMS, CESCP, Executive Director of Safety, NECA
See a Brand-New Video from MILWAUKEE TOOL
In addition to the panel discussion, the webinar will feature a brand-new video on overcoming suicidal thoughts from Justin Azbill, National EH&S Director at MILWAUKEE TOOL, an MCAA member company.
How to Register
Click here to register and submit questions in advance.
A problem with CWPR’s Zoom account has led to the loss of registrations for this webinar. If you previously registered for the event, please register again using the link above.
Note: CPWR can accommodate 1,000 attendees for the live webinar. The webinar will be recorded and shared with everyone who registers after the event.