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For drivers , staying mentally safe and healthy in the mobile workplace involves practising self-care . This can include :
• Staying connected with family and friends as often as you can and regularly checking in on others
• Maintaining a healthy diet , exercising regularly , and getting quality sleep
• Avoid tobacco , alcohol , and drugs
• Bringing a piece of home with you like a family photo or your favourite mug
• Taking regular breaks especially during longhaul drives to relax and recharge
• Reaching out to crisis , support , and information services like
Lifeline ,
Beyond Blue , and
ReachOut when you feel like you need help with your mental health
For fleet managers on the other hand , it ’ s a matter of providing the right kind support to promote mental wellbeing in the mobile workplace . Some useful strategies include :
• Regularly checking in with drivers and encouraging drivers to be proactive about their mental health
• Planning schedules carefully
• Keeping the lines of communication open about mental health
• Including mental health topics in drivers ’ training plans
• Providing access to health and well-being checks
• Conducting regular driver risk assessments
Drivers ’ mental health matters just as much as their physical well-being in the mobile workplace . It is crucial for fleets to work towards addressing the stress , anxiety , and fears associated with the global pandemic to ensure that drivers are safe on the road .
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