Apprenticeship Training on Mental Health, Substance Use, and Suicide Prevention for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers of Alameda County, California. Deanna Murchison The construction industry, long defined by its rigorous demands and resilience, is undergoing a transformative shift in addressing mental health and well-being. Deanna "D" Murchison, Secretary & Coordinator of the Electrical Contractors Trust (ECT) of Alameda County, has been at the forefront of this movement, advocating for open conversations, resources, and support for workers and apprentices. Located near the San Francisco Bay Area, Alameda County encompasses metro Oakland and stretches eastward. Murchison, who has served in her role for 21 years, has witnessed significant changes. Through her leadership and the collective efforts of the ECT Board and other stakeholders, mental health is no longer a silent struggle and has become a recognized and supported priority. With approximately 2,000 journey-level workers, 220 current apprentices, and 750 retirees representing Local #595 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), The ECT of Alameda County serves around 140–160 union electrical contractors. Mental health has always been a concern for the ECT Board, but the COVID-19 pandemic brought these issues into sharper focus. "The pandemic heightened our awareness," Murchison recalls. Stories of business owners and workers grappling with stress underscored the depth of the problem. However, the tragic suicide of a foreman became the turning point—a stark reminder of mental health's real impacts and warning signs.