R U OK? AT WORK

Asking the question, 'are you OK?' can make a real impact in the workplace. As employers or staff, we can all create a culture where people feel confident asking and answering this simple yet important question. Besides our legal responsibility of providing a safe and healthy workplace, these conversations can make a real difference to staff going through a tough time.

WORK RESOURCES

Looking to ask R U OK? in the workplace? We've developed resources, including posters and a practical guide, to help you ask the question in a safe and supportive way.


The below poster has contact details for several national support services. There is also a section where you can fill in details of your local mental health service. The poster can be used digitally and also printed and put up around workplaces.

WORKPLACE PRESENTATION

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Giving a talk or presentation on the R U OK? message at work? Use our presentation template to help show those in your workplace when and how to ask 'are you OK?' and how to support those who might be struggling.

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R U OK?DAY

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R U OK?Day  is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that any day is the day to ask, 'are you OK?' and support those struggling with life.  R U OK?Day is marked on the second Thursday of September each year. 


Get involved and inspire everyone in your workplace to learn when and how to have a conversation that could change a life. Use the free resources available on the Join R U OK?Day page to get started.


Resources include videos, social media tiles, posters and a presentation that can be used in workplaces.

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R U OK? WORKPLACE CHAMPIONS

R U OK? has released new resources to encourage more business leaders, owners and employees to build an R U OK? Culture in their workplace so that everyone feels safe, supported and encouraged.


The resources, including the R U OK? Workplace Champions Guide, promote peer-to-peer support and regular meaningful conversations amongst colleagues in the workplace. 

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INSPIRING RESOURCES

Are you a HR manager, team leader or just a great team player? Download our resources below to get the conversations flowing in your workplace:

ARE THEY TRIPLE OK?

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‘Are they Triple OK?’ is an R U OK? campaign that aims to increase levels of peer and social support for police and emergency services workers nationwide.  The campaign provides tips and resources to promote life changing conversations with police and emergency services workers at home and in the workplace to encourage early intervention and help-seeking
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R U OK? IN TRUCKS AND SHEDS

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‘R U OK? in Trucks and Sheds’ is a collaboration between R U OK? and Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds and aims to ensure people in the road transport, warehousing and logistics industries know when and how to meaningfully connect and genuinely ask, 'are you OK?'.

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IT'S NOT ALWAYS OBVIOUS

TRADIES TOOLS TO TALK

The R U OK? Tradies resources provide practical tools and tips for family, friends and workmates to spot the signs that someone on their work site may be struggling, to empower them to spark a meaningful R U OK? conversation and to help them find support if needed.

R U OK? TRADIES

R U OK? IN RAIL

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The Australian rail industry is doing it's bit to inspire workmates to be there for one another and talk about the stuff that matters. Thanks to support from the TrackSAFE Foundation, we have resources to prompt rail workmates to start conversations that can transform someone's day.
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TRAINEES AND APPRENTICES

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R U OK? is calling on young apprentices to 'Be a mate, it's worth it' because when we're going through tough times, it's mates who are best placed to understand and lend support.

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R U OK? IN SMALL BUSINESS

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Running a business can be time consuming and mental health  can often take a back seat. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Yellow on the Mental Health Handbook for small business owners. This handy guide encourages people to keep mental health on their agenda and look out for their staff and workmates. 

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R U OK? IN THE MOTOR TRADES

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 'It takes a real workmate to ask R U OK?' aims to help those in the motor trades industry overcome any awkwardness and talk with each other about emotions and life’s up and downs. There are  posters, digital assets and practical resources to get people asking the question and responding safely and effectively if someone says, 'No, I'm not OK'.

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FIFO/DIDO RESOURCES

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It's not always obvious that someone is struggling - and we sometimes need to be reminded to trust our gut instinct and dig a bit deeper. Developed for FIFO/DIDO workplaces, this kit includes posters (including one with a conversation flowchart), toolbox talking points and a PPT presentation on how to start a conversation.

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R U OK? IN HOSPITALITY

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R U OK? is working with the hospitality sector to find better ways to ensure the industry is equipped to handle the pressures that come with what is an exciting, yet demanding, workplace. The resources highlight the importance of supporting a workmate who's struggling and tips on how to can have a meaningful  conversation.

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HOW TO ASK

R U OK? has developed our four conversation steps to give you the skills and confidence to navigate a conversation with someone you're worried about.
R U OK? 4 steps to a conversation
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