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SPE International Health, Safety, Environment, and
Sustainability Conference and Exhibition

7–9 September 2026 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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HEALTH 2: Mental Health in High-Risk Industries: From Awareness to Accountability

Tuesday, 8 September
Murban Auditorium - Ground Floor
Special Sessions

Mental health challenges, including stress, anxiety, burnout, and isolation are increasingly influencing safety outcomes, decision-making quality, and workforce retention. In high-risk, remote, and shift-based operations, psychological strain can amplify operational vulnerabilities. This session moves beyond awareness campaigns toward measurable accountability: embedding psychological safety in leadership behaviors, reducing stigma, strengthening early intervention systems, and integrating mental health indicators into HSE dashboards. The objective is to position mental wellbeing as a core pillar of operational excellence and enterprise resilience.