A national survey shows for the second consecutive year that tradies are more likely to take care of their tools than their physical and mental health.
The Australian Physiotherapy Association surveyed more than 800 construction tradespeople, the results showed attitudes towards health and safety have increased, but only 60 per cent look after their body and mental health.
APA National President, Phil Calvert, said that tradies are reluctant to open up to workmates and bosses about mental health issues but 73% wouldn’t think less of others for taking time off for mental health concerns which means they have tougher expectations on themselves than their co-workers.