Research Library

Publisher:

BRANZ

Authors:

G Jenkins, J Atkinson

Overview:

The specific aims of this research were to re-examine the definition of the construction industry (and re-define if necessary), clarify the numbers of suicide in the New Zealand construction industry ...

The specific aims of this research were to re-examine the definition of the construction industry (and re-define if necessary), clarify the numbers of suicide in the New Zealand construction industry and calculate the industry specific suicide rate. Accurate suicide data for the industry is critical for monitoring suicide trends and providing a baseline for assessing the effectiveness of suicide prevention initiatives.

Publisher:

The University of Queensland

Authors:

C Meurk and L Wittenhagen

Overview:

In June 2021, MATES in Construction Queensland hosted an industry consultation breakfast and workshop at which construction industry representatives came together to examine what ‘distress’ means to p...

In June 2021, MATES in Construction Queensland hosted an industry consultation breakfast and workshop at which construction industry representatives came together to examine what ‘distress’ means to people in the construction industry. This report summarises the key findings of this consultation process.

Publisher:

BRANZ

Authors:

M Wilson, K Bryson, J Bartolo

Overview:

This study is the first phase of an ongoing MATES evaluation programme in New Zealand. It evaluated the efficacy and impact of the General Awareness Training (GAT) on the workers’ attitudes towards su...

This study is the first phase of an ongoing MATES evaluation programme in New Zealand. It evaluated the efficacy and impact of the General Awareness Training (GAT) on the workers’ attitudes towards suicide, help-offering, and help-seeking. It also produced evidence and baseline data to measure impact and inform further development and refinement of the MATES programme in New Zealand.

Publisher:

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Authors:

T Pearce, L Bugeja, S Wayland, M Maple

Overview:

Despite high rates of critical incidents (CIs) in working class occupations, there is a significant gap in our understanding of responses to these events. In this study, we aimed to inform a response ...

Despite high rates of critical incidents (CIs) in working class occupations, there is a significant gap in our understanding of responses to these events. In this study, we aimed to inform a response training module by synthesising the key elements of pre-, during- and post-incident responses to CIs and suicide in the workplace.

Publisher:

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Authors:

C Doran, L Wittenhagen, E Heffernan, C Meurk

Overview:

The aim of this research was to conduct an evaluation of the MATES case management database to quantify service demand, and to examine the demographic, occupational profile, presenting issues, referra...

The aim of this research was to conduct an evaluation of the MATES case management database to quantify service demand, and to examine the demographic, occupational profile, presenting issues, referral pathways, and perceived benefit of case management among individuals who used this service.

Publisher:

Allen + Clarke

Authors:

K Morrison, D Tu, G Jenkin

Overview:

In late 2021, it became noticeable that workers were experiencing a significant increase in anxiety, fear, anger and frustration. There is a term that has been labelled “coronaphobia” which is fears r...

In late 2021, it became noticeable that workers were experiencing a significant increase in anxiety, fear, anger and frustration. There is a term that has been labelled “coronaphobia” which is fears relating to contracting the virus, we felt that this could be causing increased anxiety. We were also hearing about segregation and stigmatisation between our workers, (the vaxed versus the unvaxed). The stigma of COVID-19, in the present context, could be comprehended as a social process that sets to exclude those who are perceived to be a potential source of disease and may pose threat to the effective social living in the society. MATES wanted to get a better understanding of how COVID-19 was impacting our workforce.

Publisher:

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Authors:

V Ross, N Caton, J Gullestrup, K Kõlves

Overview:

General awareness training (GAT) is a one-hour session delivered to all construction workers on large to medium worksites, while MATES awareness training (MAT) maintains similar content but is of shor...

General awareness training (GAT) is a one-hour session delivered to all construction workers on large to medium worksites, while MATES awareness training (MAT) maintains similar content but is of shorter duration and delivered informally to small workplaces. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of the two programs using a before, after and follow-up design.

Publisher:

MATES in Construction

Authors:

A LaMontagne, C Shann

Overview:

A program logic is an articulation of how a program is intended to work, starting with the resources that go into the program (Inputs), followed by the activities the program undertakes (Outputs), and...

A program logic is an articulation of how a program is intended to work, starting with the resources that go into the program (Inputs), followed by the activities the program undertakes (Outputs), and finally the changes or benefits that should result (Outcomes or Impacts). Tony LaMontagne and Clare Shann were commissioned to create a logic map for MATES, which would represent the various elements and relationships of the MATES program, including its intended consequences. Program logic maps help create a shared understanding of a program, assist with the prioritisation of activities and allocation of resources, and ensure that short, mid and long term goals are kept in sight, as a program is implemented.

Publisher:

MATES in Construction, Griffith University

Authors:

V Ross, R Wardhani, K Kolves

Overview:

The current study aims to estimate the prevalence of Queensland apprentices who have experiencing bullying, as well as to obtain a snapshot of apprentices’ mental health and well-being, their percepti...

The current study aims to estimate the prevalence of Queensland apprentices who have experiencing bullying, as well as to obtain a snapshot of apprentices’ mental health and well-being, their perceptions of quality of supervision, suicide awareness and literacy, and experience of, and exposure to suicidal behaviours.

Publisher:

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Authors:

V Ross, N Caton, S Mathieu, J Gullestrup, K Kolves

Overview:

The MATES in Construction program has recently been applied to the energy industry; however, little is known regarding exposure to suicide and suicide prevention interventions in this sector. The stud...

The MATES in Construction program has recently been applied to the energy industry; however, little is known regarding exposure to suicide and suicide prevention interventions in this sector. The study aimed to examine the effectiveness of MATES in Energy general awareness training (GAT), and estimate the prevalence of recent suicidal ideation and exposure to suicidal behaviors in workers.