Maintaining a healthy workforce in a safe environment is vital for employee well-being and business success.
Absence from work is a growing concern. Work related ill-health can happen in any business, whatever its size. Let us help you reduce sickness together and support employees
Occupational Health Needs Assessments help to identify and manage the health risks within the business.
Under the Health and Safety Act, employers must ensure the safety of all employees, including forklift truck (FLT) drivers / critical role workers. FLT medicals / critical role assessments, assess whether an individual is fit and safe to work in that role, helping prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
Occupational health respiratory tests assess workers exposed to hazardous substances to evaluate lung function and identify any respiratory conditions. This includes spirometry tests, measuring lung capacity and function, and taking a full medical history
Occupational health audiometric tests assess workers exposed to workplace noise to detect any hearing loss. Employers are legally required to protect workers from excessive noise and monitor hearing health using these tests, helping identify and prevent noise-induced hearing loss.
Occupational health HAVS (Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome) tests, assesses workers using vibrating tools to identify those at risk of developing HAVS. This condition affects the blood vessels, nerves, and muscles in the hands and arms, causing symptoms like tingling, numbness, pain, and reduced grip strength, impacting motor skills.
A night worker is anyone who regularly works over three hours between 11pm and 6am. Under the Working Time Directive, employers must offer Occupational Health assessments to night workers, both initially and annually, to ensure they are fit for night shifts and not adversely affected by the schedule.
Under the Display Screen Equipment Regulations, most employees, including home workers, who use computers or CCTV, require workstation assessments. These evaluations ensure that the equipment and environment are safe for those who spend a significant part of their day using display screens.
Employees exposed to chemicals like Isocyanates, Nickel, Chrome, Styrene, and Toluene may require biological monitoring. This involves testing samples such as blood or urine to assess exposure and evaluate the effectiveness of control measures. It helps detect early signs of health risks / skin conditions from hazardous substances and ensures workplace exposure remains at safe levels.
Health surveillance is legally required for employees exposed to hazards like noise, vibration, solvents, dust, fumes, and other harmful substances.
Statutory medicals for Asbestos, Ionising Radiation, and Lead medicals with an Occupational Health Physician is required to ensure workplace safety.
Drug & Alcohol testing ensures employees are fit for duty, reducing the risk of accidents caused by impairment. It promotes a safe, productive workplace through random, pre-employment, or post-incident screenings.
At Vitalise we believe in promoting a healthy workforce for a happier workplace. Our occupational health services are designed to keep your employees healthy and productive. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help your business thrive.