R U OK & Mates In Construction
Thursday we came together across construction sites in NSW, Victoria and Queensland for a BBQ lunch, to ‘Fly the Flag’, share a KitKat (or two), have some good conversations and we made sure to ask, “RU OK, Mate?”
By backing critical initiatives driven by MATES in Construction and R U OK? two leading suicide prevention charities, we’re helping raise awareness around mental health, encouraging open conversations, lightening the mental load and strengthening connections on our worksites.
The statistics remain alarming: Mates in Construction reports that construction workers are six times more likely to die by suicide than by an accident at work, with one construction worker lost to suicide every second day in Australia (www.mates.org.au).
At TOTAL, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where asking for help is not just accepted but actively encouraged and seen as the norm.
Remember, it doesn’t take a special event to check in on a friend or work mate. If you notice someone struggling, don’t wait—start the conversation with a simple “How are you going?” or “RU OK, Mate?”. Ask today and any day.
For help on what to say or if you or someone you know is doing it tough reach out to:
Mates In Construction: 1300 642 111
Lifeline: 131114
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Insights
At TOTAL, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where asking for help is not just accepted but actively encouraged and seen as the norm.
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At TOTAL, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where asking for help is not just accepted but actively encouraged and seen as the norm.
We proudly present the successful delivery of the Woolworths Metro Mosman project. Doors opened for trade, unveiling the stunning preservation of the historical features, revitalising the six heritage listed shops.
It was all celebrations last Friday night, as TOTAL Queensland came away with the prestigious Master Builders Queensland Award in the category of Commercial/Industrial Building ($15-30m Brisbane) for our impressive StoreLocal Berrinba Self Storage project.
This past Sunday, TOTAL team members, along with their family and friends, came together at community locations in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to participate in Australia’s largest tree planting and nature care event: Planet Ark’s National Tree Day.