Injury Matters has released our first podcast through the Mental and Physical Safety (MaPS) on our Roads program, dedicated to supporting the mental health needs of the heavy vehicle industry.
Host Tom is joined by Engel Prendergast, accredited mental health first aid, safe talk instructor and LifeLine crisis supporter with over 20 years of experience, to discuss the need for mental health supports for those in the heavy vehicle industry, where life pressures can take a toll on the wellbeing of operators.
From delivering vital goods to your online shopping binges, truckies have worked longer and harder hours than most over the last 18 months. We need to support those working in this industry – both physically and mentally.
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The current MaPS on our Roads campaign, Service Your Mind, encourages heavy vehicle operators to learn what good mental health looks like for them, to take time to adjust after a long day, and reach out if they need support.
The MaPS on our Roads project is funded as part of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative, administered by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator on behalf of the Commonwealth Government.
Injury Matters is also hosting a two-day Mental Health First Aid Course for those in the heavy vehicle industry on 25-26 October 2021. Undertaking mental health first aid training helps support good mental health, whether it is at an organisational level, within a community group or individually.