Local 440 Training Center

A reminder that September is Su***de Prevention Month and the UA is doing something about the bigger picture of Mental Health Awareness. Check out the PipePals initiative here:
https://ua.org/ua-pipe-pals/

One of our steps in the right direction, here at local 440- is a short awareness seminar called VitalCog. Call the training office to enroll for this free training. Know the statistics and WHY this is important, learn about resources available to all members, and how to follow up with your brothers & sisters. Next Wednesday, September 30th @ 5:00. Recommended fo all stewards, foreman, and anyone who just wants a little more information.
317-856-6426

Pipe PALS | United Association UA Pipe PALS is dedicated to promoting su***de awareness, prevention and peer support within Local Unions across the U.S. and Canada.

Another course announcement. Lots of opportunities in the VDC field(s)

Did you know September is Su***de Prevention Month?
Did you know Local 440 has a free-for-members EAP?

Local 440 reminds you to speak up, know the warning signs, and reach out for help. SIgn up for our VitalCog for Construction class- Wednesday, Sep 30 at 5:00. 317-856-6426

Consider these thoughts from Dr Sally:
"What Might Entrapment Look Like Across a Construction Career"?

The apprentice being bullied or humiliated who believes speaking up will get them run off the job.

The young worker supporting a family who cannot imagine missing a paycheck, even as substance use, depression, or relationship problems escalate.

The traveling worker exhausted and isolated but unable to see a way to change the schedule without losing income.

The worker with chronic pain or injury who fears that admitting how bad things are will end the career that supports their family.

The worker struggling with alcohol or drugs who wants treatment but believes getting help will cost them their job or reputation.

The superintendent or project manager trapped between impossible schedules, production demands, safety responsibilities, and the belief that leaders are not allowed to say, “I can’t keep doing this.”

The worker who makes a serious mistake and becomes convinced there is no coming back.

The injured worker or someone recovering from a brain injury whose body or mind can no longer do what once defined them.

The seasoned craft professional approaching retirement who cannot imagine who they are without the trade, crew, routine, and purpose that shaped their life.

Exciting new course announcement!
We are putting on a VitalCog Su***de awareness course at the end of September. Learn why this is important, learn how to recognize the signs, and most importantly- find resources to help your brothers & sisters.

WELD SHOP CLOSED
Saturday 9/5/26 to Monday 9/7/26

A special moment at the 41st UA General Convention:

99-year-old Delegate Charles "Bud" Jagars, an 80-year member of UA Local 123, was welcomed to the stage alongside his sons - who are also Delegates.

Eight decades of service, solidarity, and UA pride.

Last day of the UA Convention