Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has declared September 14-18 as Construction Suicide Prevention Week to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention in the construction industry. The initiative aims to promote workplace safety and mental health awareness through collaboration among the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL), the Division of Industrial Safety and Health, and various labor and industry groups.
Read More
Amber Shultz, the Secretary of Labor, emphasized the link between suicide prevention and workplace safety, stating that understanding the challenges faced by construction workers is vital. Creating supportive work environments can help protect workers and strengthen communities.
The proclamation calls for employers, managers, and employees to be equipped with the knowledge and resources necessary to identify warning signs of suicide, foster a culture of care, and respond with compassion. Support for this initiative comes from organizations such as the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), all working to promote safer and healthier workplaces.
Governor Kelly urges all Kansans to acknowledge Construction Suicide Prevention Week and to participate in efforts aimed at ensuring that work environments are safe and supportive for all workers.