Safety on the job is paramount to keeping roofing contractors safe, whether it’s strapping on fall protection equipment or proper ladder usage. But there is another, often overlooked danger that, if left unchecked, can lead to tragedy.
Mental health concerns in the construction industry are growing due to ranking second highest in suicide rates among major industries. The American Psychiatric Association states in a 2021 study that 90% of people who die by suicide have a mental health condition.