Public safety, homeland security, and emergency management personnel respond to, investigate, and aid in the recovery from a wide range of intentional acts, accidents, and natural disasters. These incidents expose personnel to critical incident stress and other forms of trauma, affecting their physical and mental health.

Knight Tradecraft Solutions understands how vitally important it is for practitioners in these disciplines to address stress and trauma. Engaging with culturally-compentent peer support teams and mental health clinicians and prioritizing wellness in the workplace are central to fostering physical and mental wellness among personnel.

Employee retention is a challenge across these disciplines, which can heighten the levels of stress experienced by staff and reduce operational efficacy. Implementing recommendations that improve physical and mental wellness and cultivate a positive workplace are best practices for improving job satisfaction and reducing staff turnover.