R U OK Day

Tradies face a range of challenges across their working lives – from job uncertainty to financial pressures, intense physical demands, and workplace culture issues. In an industry where stigma is high, these pressures can build up and impact mental and emotional wellbeing for tradies if they don’t feel they can talk to others about their struggles.

Here is a toolbox of tips on how you can ask a mate if they are ok or spark a conversation with someone who might be doing it tough.

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If someone you know – a family member, someone from your community, a friend, neighbour, or workmate – is doing it tough, they won’t always tell you. Sometimes it’s up to us to trust our gut instinct and ask someone who may be struggling with life.

Below is a range of supportive help services to contact:

• 2C EAP (Mend Services) – phone 1300 176 774 or toll free 1800 300 01
• Lifeline (24/7) – phone 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue (24/7) – phone 1300 224 636
• Suicide Call Back Service – phone 1300 659 467
• Mensline – phone 1300 78 99 78

• Blue Hats with Incolink– phone 03 9639 3000 or register  
• Lifeline – phone 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 
• Beyond Blue- phone 1800 512 348 or email 
• Men’s Line– phone 1300 789 978 
• HALT- phone 0409 756 274 or email  

SORUCE: ruok.org.au