Scottish construction firm The JR Group has welcomed representatives from the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to deliver an engaging talk on the importance of mental health and wellbeing at its site at The Albion, Ibrox.
The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity, also known as the Lighthouse Club, provides dedicated emotional, physical and financial wellbeing support to construction workers and their families.
Two members of the charity’s Make It Visible team visited the Glasgow construction site to speak to around 50 members of staff and subcontractors, encouraging those within the construction industry to feel more comfortable discussing their mental health and highlighting positive mental health and wellbeing practices.
Following the talk, Health and Safety Manager Jim Smith and site managers across The JR Group rolled out Toolbox Talks across all of the firm’s active sites, speaking to teams, suppliers and subcontractors about this vital topic.
The talks also marked the launch of the charity’s first-ever Wear Purple Week, which took place from 15 to 19 June. Team members across The JR Group’s sites donned purple hi-vis vests and clothing to raise mental health awareness, as well as funds for the charity.
The firm rounded off the week by hosting a Lighthouse Charity coffee morning at its Paisley Headquarters.
The team prepared hot drinks and cakes, inviting colleagues to come together for conversations about mental health and the vital services provided by the Lighthouse Charity. The event was also attended by the charity’s Lead Partnership Manager, Nicola Campbell.
Following the packed week, Jim Smith said: “It’s vital that workers within the construction industry don’t feel pressured to remain silent about issues regarding their own mental health or the wellbeing of a colleague.
“At The JR Group, we’re proud to encourage a supportive community for everyone working out on our sites and in our office, and we’re grateful to the Lighthouse Charity for providing its expert support in helping us create a positive environment with wellbeing at its core.”
