In today’s changing workforce, it’s crucial to focus on employees’ mental health, especially in high-stress fields like construction. AMI understands the significant effects of shifting workforce demographics and the challenges of a skilled labor shortage, along with the concerning suicide rates among construction workers.
Commitment to a Supportive Work Environment
At AMI, safety is a core part of the organization’s culture, backed by strong support from leadership, project managers, and supervisors. Every member of the AMI family, whether in the field or the office, participates in daily toolbox talk videos followed by quizzes to boost their safety knowledge. To maintain a proactive approach, AMI performs daily job site assessments before starting work and conducts pre-project inspections to spot potential hazards. This strong safety culture encourages all employees to get involved in the safety process. Additionally, AMI is committed to mental health and has partnered with Pine Rest to offer vital mental health services, ensuring employees have access to support when they need it. The daily toolbox talks play a key role in this effort, raising awareness of mental health issues and providing teams with practical strategies to handle work-related stress.
Training and Development Programs
This year, AMI has updated its safety programs using insights from last year. They now provide quarterly training on heavy machinery use and first aid procedures. Safety planning is part of project workflows, with the General Superintendent regularly meeting with site foremen to assess risks. Foremen also carry out daily assessments to improve awareness of potential hazards. AMI tracks important metrics like Lost Work Days (LWD), Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), and Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred (DART) to guide training and safety content. Additionally, they monitor engagement on the Tyfoom system for tailored follow-ups with employees who may need extra support, all to create a safer and more supportive work environment.
Engaging Leadership
Leadership at AMI is crucial for supporting mental health and safety. By taking part in safety meetings and mental health training, leaders create an environment where employees feel comfortable discussing their challenges and seeking help, which boosts overall workplace morale.
AMI is dedicated to mental health and safety, creating a work environment where employees feel empowered and supported in their well-being. By improving their practices and involving leadership, they strive to build a resilient workforce prepared to tackle industry challenges.
