SMART Local 24 in Dayton, Ohio, recently hosted the Sheet Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust (SMOHIT) for a three-day SMART MAP training led by Field Representative Ed Robison. The event focused on mental health awareness and peer training for union members and signatory contractors.
The SMART MAP (Member Assistance Program) is an innovative initiative designed to address mental health challenges within the industry, particularly related to drug and alcohol abuse, suicide and the importance of self-care. The program not only raises awareness but also empowers participants with peer training support and resources that extend to union members and their families.
The Local 24 training was divided into two parts. The first two days were dedicated to training union members, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to support each other and foster a healthier workplace environment. The final day focused on contractors, helping to ensure that management and leadership are equally prepared to support their teams.
“Thanks to the overwhelming success of this event, it will become an annual fixture, with the next one scheduled for the first week of October 2025,” said Business Representative Brawny Welch. “This is a significant step forward for Local 24 in addressing mental health in the workplace and ensuring long-term support for members and their families.”
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