Workstation Assessments and DSE Training
OccuHealth can undertake onsite Workstation assessments and provide training for employees identified as a DSE user. A report will thereafter be provided identifying any reasonable adjustments that could be considered in supporting the DSE user.
Workplace Health Promotion and Lifestyle Checks
Assist with implementation of a workplace Health Needs Assessment to enable a health promotion strategy and initiatives to be developed tailored to the health needs of individual organisations.
Onsite wellbeing/lifestyle can also be undertaken, including height, wright, blood pressure, pulse and cholesterol. OccuHealth can also provide wellbeing and health specific awareness sessions.
Mental Health/Psychological Support
OccuHealth Consultancy have collaborated with https://www.moonstir-therapy.co.uk/ to offer professional and confidential therapy for people requiring support in helping them achieve overall health and wellbeing.
Vaccinations
Annual flu vaccine
Influenza (flu) is potentially serious, and the symptoms are much more severe than the
common cold. Flu can affect people differently and can cause severe complications including pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes.
An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to help reduce the risk of getting flu and
every year a vaccine is developed to offer protection against the strains of flu, the World
Health Organisation(WHO) predicts.
Benefits to Employers:
• Reduces cost by decreasing time missed from work to get vaccinated
• Reduces cost by reducing absences due to illness, resulting in improved productivity
• Vaccination often already covered under employee health plans
• Improves morale
Benefits to Employees:
• Reduces absences due to sickness and doctor visits
• Improves health
• Convenience
• Improves morale
Hepatitis B vaccinations – to provide protection against transmission of Hepatitis B in
occupations that pose a higher risk following completion of a thorough risk assessment.
Three doses of the vaccine are required followed by a blood test to check for immunity.
If you wish to obtain further information or book an onsite/offsite clinic @ OccuHealth
Consultancy please email:
enquiries@occuhealthconsultancy.com
Unlocking Potential Through Occupational Health Excellence.
WHO ARE WE
OccuHealth Consultancy is an occupational health service providing expert and professional advice and guidance relating to health issues and their potential impact on work.
OccuHealth Consultancy is based in Aberdeen, however has a varying range of clients located throughout the UK and Scottish Islands.
OUR SERVICES
Management referrals – absence management support
Management referrals may be suggested/recommended where there is a concern about an employee’s health, performance (where there are health implications) or level of sickness absence. An occupational health assessment can provide impartial and objective advice and information that can assist both the employee and employer in management of these concerns.
The consultations are conducted by a Specialist Nurse or Physician who will complete a thorough assessment of the employees health and how it may impact their fitness to undertake their substantive role; taking into account the applicability of the Equality Act 2010.
Pre-employment medicals
Following an offer of employment; some roles require specific medical assessments to be completed. Depending on the criterion required for the role will determine the level of assessment
required to be completed.
A pre-employment assessment can include a paper screening assessment to identify any potential health related issues or a face to face assessment – thereafter OH provide the company with a certificate regarding the employees fitness for the proposed role.
Health Surveillance and Medical Assessments
Health surveillance provides information, which helps to protect employees from potential illnesses caused by being exposed to health risk at work.
Health surveillance programmes are arranged for workers coming into contact with potential harmful substances (COSHH) and noise (Health and Safety).
Onsite/offsite health surveillance including audiometry screening, lung function, skin surveillance, fork lift truck assessments, Safety Critical Medicals, Working at Height, Confined Space, Night Worker Assessments, Lone Worker Assessments, Food Handlers and Biological monitoring. and hand arm vibration.
Drug and Alcohol Testing/Monitoring
Drug and alcohol testing can be undertaken as part of a drug and alcohol policy of there may be a case for screening in relation to certain jobs whereby they are considered safety critical.
Drug testing is completed by completion of a 10 point urine test and alcohol testing is completed by use of a breathalyser.
Testing can be completed on or offsite.
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The company I work for has been working with Kat from Occhealth Consultancy for some time now. Dealing with Kat is an absolute pleasure, her knowledge and professionalism is outstanding. Recommend Kat wholeheartedly.
Eva
OccuHealth Consultancy has provided Alleima Ltd with occupational health surveillance and occupational health referral services for 9 months now. Katrina Buchan, (Director) is professional, proactive and responsive at all times.
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FAQs
Occupational Health (OH) supports employees in staying healthy at work, preventing work-related illness or injury, and facilitating a safe return to work following health issues.
You can book an appointment by:
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Completing the enquiry form on our Contact Us page
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Emailing enquiries@occuhealthconsultancy.com
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Calling 07854 233594
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To arrange an onsite or offsite health surveillance clinic, suitable dates will be offered to meet your organisation's operational requirements. Employees can either complete the required health surveillance paperwork before their appointment or complete it online with the Occupational Health Nurse during the appointment.
If you require a sickness absence appointment, a mutually convenient appointment time will be arranged. Human Resources or the employee's manager will provide a referral form for completion. A booklet containing information about the appointment will also be sent to ensure employees feel fully informed and prepared.
Occupational Health provides confidential advice, assessments, and referrals to counselling services. We also work collaboratively with Moonstir Therapy to provide additional support for employees experiencing mental health challenges.
Yes. Occupational Health can visit workplaces to assess employee workstations and provide recommendations to improve comfort, safety, and productivity.
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Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) prevention
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Strain reduction techniques
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Posture improvement
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Display Screen Equipment (DSE) assessments
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Yes. We can assist organisations in developing and reviewing workplace wellbeing policies, including:
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Menopause in the Workplace
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Mental Health and Wellbeing
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Stress Management
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Health and Wellbeing Policies
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Health assessments can be tailored to your organisation's needs and may include:
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Height and weight measurements
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Cholesterol testing
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Urinalysis
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Allergy testing
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General health and wellbeing advice
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Costs vary depending on your organisation's requirements and the services required.
Please get in touch with us to discuss your needs, and a member of our team will provide a personalised quotation.
