Not-for-profit foundation, Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds (HHTS), will be making its extensive range of mental health training courses free for a limited time.
The training courses were developed and tailored to industry in response to increasing awareness of mental health and wellbeing issues present within the transport, warehousing and logistics sector, which according to HHTS is the lowest ranked industry in Australia in terms of workplace mental health and wellbeing at 19th out of 19 sectors.
HHTS’ courses cover a range of critical areas including strategies for recognising warning signs of distress, communicating safely about mental health and suicide, responding with empathy and without judgement, de-escalating anger, knowing the factors that support wellness and many more.
They also have both face-to-face and online options, varying in length from two hours of self-paced e-learning to half-day and two day courses.
Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds CEO, Naomi Frauenfelder, said these training courses are essential for building capacity when it comes to talking about mental health and wellbeing for people working in road transport, warehousing and logistics.
“Offering training programs for those working within the industry is a proactive approach, giving people the skills, knowledge and experience to look after their own mental health and support those around them,” she said.
“It is also critical to early intervention and the framework of prevention, protection and support which informs our approach at Healthy Heads.
“The training courses have been specifically tailored to people working in the sector to ensure that each course is relatable and effective.”
Ron Crouch Transport Director, Geoff Crouch, speaks highly of these training programs and asks that all businesses within the sector consider the many benefits of enrolment.
“As an employer in this industry, I would encourage every other employer to check out the Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds website, look at the various training courses that are available, and see what you can do as far as facilitating training for your people,” he said.
“Make a difference within your organisation, make a real difference in our community.”
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