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This would need to be agreed and planned with the person’s care team in collaboration with the workplace. A referral to Occupational Health for advice and guidance about a return to work may be useful. The individual is clearly distressed and has mentioned suicidal thoughts, although does not intend to harm themselves immediately (ask the question directly to be sure). In addition to the actions described for 'Low risk', you could also consider: Additionally, MHFAiders® receive access to exclusive events so that they can continue to develop their support for your workplace beyond the training courseLearners will be trained over four live sessions with an MHFA England Instructor Member, covering 14 hours of content in total.​ The individual is clearly distressed and requires help but has not mentioned suicidal thoughts or intentions (you can ask the question directly to be sure); you are concerned about their immediate wellbeing. Following actions advised: MHFAiders® are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. Our training is grounded in proven techniques and developed with clinical practitioners to ensure we provide the best course content possible. The MHFAider Support App® provides training resources and ongoing learning opportunities so that MHFAiders® can improve their support skills on the job

That's why we offer ongoing support to help MHFAiders® feel confident and empowered - long after they've completed their training course. Take the person to a quiet, safe place and help them to calm down. Sometimes listening may be enough. Becoming a MHFAider is a significant commitment - if you’re interested in being trained and supporting your colleagues, you can find out more about the training using the relevant link to the MHFA course. But while MHFAiders® work to support others, they need support too. It is a crucial part of ensuring that MHFAiders® stay effective, confident and motivated to help their colleagues. Lists are also displayed on posters in many officesLists are also displayed on posters in many offices.

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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) follows similar principles to physical / traditional first aid. It provides urgent help to someone in a mental health crisis. MHFAiders who speak other languages and those who are also BBC Embrace members can be found via the spreadsheet in the Useful Documents section. Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention Once trained, MHFAiders are also asked to communicate and promote MHFA in their local area and they also become part of the BBC’s Mental Health Network and receive a MHFA turquoise lanyard so colleagues can identify them. Signpost to the BBC’s Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for psychological support (call 0800 042 0140 in UK). Details in Recommended Links. You could help them make the call if needed.

Know how to access a dedicated text service provided by Shout and ongoing learning opportunities with MHFA EnglandIf the individual is on the telephone, try to find out where they are located so you can direct the emergency services if needed. MHFAiders® have access to regular online events that provide further learning and support, allowing them to continue to perform their role confidently and effectively, long after receiving their initial training