Thursday, September 10, 2026 3:30 PMSAHBA Office
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, making this an important opportunity for our construction and trades community to have a conversation that can save lives.
The construction industry continues to experience one of the highest suicide rates of any major occupational group. According to the CDC, the suicide rate among men working in construction was 56.0 deaths per 100,000 workers in 2021, significantly higher than the rate for working men overall.
At this month's Safety, Health & Environment Council meeting, Ridge Wilson will lead an informative and important presentation focused on suicide prevention and its impact on the construction and trades industry.
Ridge will address the unique challenges facing people in our industry, how these issues can affect employees, coworkers, families and businesses, and—most importantly—how we can recognize when someone may be struggling and learn how to start the conversation.
This isn't just a mental health issue. It's a safety issue, a workplace issue and an industry issue.
Please join us for this important discussion and be part of creating a culture where looking out for one another is just as important as looking out for physical safety on the jobsite.
Come be part of the conversation. You could make a difference in someone's life.
Everyone in the construction and trades community is encouraged to attend.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Builders and Trade Partners are encouraged to be part of the committee to help provide real-world input on safety topics, share industry best practices, and play an active role in strengthening a culture where safety always comes first.
SAHBA
Have a login? Login Now
{{vm.loginInfo.errorMessage}}
Create an Account
Forgot your Username or Password?
Register as Guest
Address
Phone
{{slot.Name}}
{{ vm.EventInfo.EventSettings.NoShowPolicy }}