Face fit testing is a legal requirement for employees wearing close fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE). Employers are legally...

Can I just get my employee to visit their GP, to obtain advice about their health rather than Occupational Health?

Employers have a duty of care to ensure that employees are fit to undertake any travel required as part of their contracted role

Occupational health (OH) clinicians undertake medicals in line with nationally recognised guidance to ensure that employees are fit to undertake all aspects of their contracted role. For those undergoing a safety critical medical  this assessment will include a detailed past medical history questionnaire and questions about current health conditions, symptoms and/or treatments. Most staff who undergo safety critical medicals will be deemed fit for work without the need for an

A new year. A fresh start. While we often focus on personal resolutions, this January, let's shift the spotlight to your business. Because a thriving company starts with a healthy, happy workforce. That's where occupational health comes in, your unsung hero for a successful 2024. Why occupational health matters Occupational health is about how work and the work environment can affect an employee’s health and equally how an employee’s health can affect their ability to do the

A Discovery Audit is a workplace visit, undertaken at the request of the employer, by an experienced occupational health clinician for the purposes of exploring the occupational health and safety issues in the workplace and providing the employer with clear guidance as to how the hazards can be managed effectively to meet the relevant health and safety legislation. Depending upon the size of the workforce, the size of the premises/site, the nature of the hazards present (whic

For re-assurance a plant operator medical, SEQOHS medical, fit to work medical and a safety critical medical are different names for the...

In today's sedentary work culture, finding ways to stay active and maintain good posture is crucial for our overall well-being. Sit-Stand desks have gained popularity as a solution to combat the adverse effects of prolonged sitting. In this blog post, we will delve into the numerous benefits of Sit-Stand desks and why they are worth considering for your workspace. 1. Promotes Ergonomic Posture: One of the critical advantages of Sit-Stand desk is their ability to promote prop

In today's fast-paced and competitive business world, ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees is paramount. One crucial aspect of maintaining a safe and productive workplace is implementing drug and alcohol testing policies. By understanding the benefits of drug and alcohol testing, you can take proactive measures to protect your business and employees from potential risks. This comprehensive testing strategy not only helps to prevent accidents and injuries but

Table of Contents What is Health Surveillance? Is Health Surveillance a legal requirement? Types of Health Surveillance What is under...

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) and work-related upper limb disorders (WRULD) are a major cause of long-term sickness absence in the UK,...

Occupational health plays a crucial role in creating a safe and productive work environment. In this blog we'll explore how.

At Insight Workplace Health our occupational health clinicians undertake a wide variety of occupational health assessments to ensure that...

Some workplace pension schemes provide early access to your pension if you are unable to work long term due to ill health. If this is the case for you, your employer will need to seek advice from an occupational health physician (OHP) as to whether the necessary criteria set out by the pension scheme are met, and to proceed with the ill health retirement (IHR) process.   Ill-Health Retirement Criteria Scheme criteria vary, but in most cases, your employer and the pension sche

Support mental health at work with Wellness Action Plans: simple, evidence-based tools that help employees stay well and manage workplace challenges.

Ensuring that employees are fit to undertake all driving duties in their role is essential for the health and wellbeing of employees,...

First published by Dr Lara Shemtob in the work and health Substack to reach a wider audience on how the incentives around work and health ca

Why do Occupational Health (OH) want to contact my GP or Consultant? Occupational health clinicians (nurses or physicians) may feel it is appropriate to contact your GP or Consultant to better understand your current physical and/or mental health and any previous or ongoing treatment which you may be currently receiving and for a better understanding of the likely duration of any recovery if known. This may include a history of relevant symptoms or conditions which may impact

What is biological monitoring? Biological monitoring is a method of chemical exposure assessment of toxic compounds, elements, or their...

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations (2005) require employers to reduce the risk of exposure to noise in the workplace for all employee which may be due to use of machinery, tools, weapons, or the environment. The legislation aims to reduce the exposure of workers to excessive noise which may cause hearing loss and/or tinnitus which may negatively impact upon an individual’s health and wellbeing. Employers must undertake a workplace risk assessment to assess the level of