R U OK? Supporting Our Security Teams at StateGuard
At StateGuard, R U OK? is more than a question we ask on one particular day. It is a reminder of the importance of checking in with the people around us and making time to listen, support and connect with our teams.
Checking in, listening and staying connected should continue beyond R U OK? Day. It is about creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and comfortable reaching out when they need to talk.
To recognise R U OK? Day, our team made surprise visits to our hospital sites, taking along a small treat to help celebrate the day and put a smile on our security officers' faces. It was a simple gesture, but an important opportunity to show our appreciation and check in with the people who help support the safety and security of healthcare environments.
R U OK? Checking In With Our Security Officers
Security officers can work in demanding environments and interact with people from all walks of life every day. Taking a moment to ask R U OK? gives colleagues an opportunity to connect, listen and show that their wellbeing matters.
Our visit was a small way of recognising the commitment of our hospital security teams while reinforcing an important message: checking in with colleagues should not be limited to R U OK? Day. Regular conversations and genuine support can help create a workplace where people feel valued and comfortable reaching out when they need to talk.
Checking in should not be limited to one day. Regular conversations and genuine support can help strengthen connections across security teams and the wider workplace.
A Simple Question Can Make a Difference
Sometimes, a simple question can make a meaningful difference in someone's day. Asking how a colleague is going, taking the time to listen and offering support can help strengthen connections across a team.
At StateGuard, we believe looking after our people is an important part of building strong teams and delivering dependable security services. Our people and culture are central to the way we work, and initiatives such as R U OK? Day provide an opportunity to reinforce that commitment.
Keeping the Conversation Going
R U OK? Day may be a dedicated day to start the conversation, but checking in with colleagues can happen at any time. A quick conversation, a genuine question or simply taking a moment to listen can show someone that they are supported.
We encourage our teams to keep looking out for one another, not just on R U OK? Day, but throughout the year. Because sometimes, taking a moment to ask “Are you OK?” is all it takes to let someone know that you care.
R U OK? Day can start the conversation, but support does not have to end when the day does. Continue checking in, listening and looking out for one another throughout the year.
LOOKING OUT FOR OUR PEOPLE
At StateGuard, supporting our people and culture remains an important part of how we work. Learn more about our company and approach.
