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12 May 2014: The occupational health forms are intended to be completed, printed and then returned by post.

29 Aug 2014: OHF29 - Job Hazard Evaluation form.pdf OHF29 - Job Hazard Evaluation form.docx

22 Aug 2014: The University of Cambridge Occupational Health (OH) service is concerned with the prevention of ill health related to study in students of the School of Veterinary Medicine as the practical nature of the course brings them into contact with various

19 Sep 2014: OHF26 - HAVS review assessment (pdf) OHF26 - HAVS review assessment (docx)

12 May 2014: Occupational health offers advice and guidance on regulated and non-regulated work health issues aiming to assist in the prevention of ill health at work for all staff and students we see. We also contribute to policy development where the health,

23 May 2014: First Aid policy and guidance First Aid Emergency Procedure

23 May 2014: Manual handling (lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads) is the cause of a large number of musculoskeletal injuries. This is usually due to a poor lifting technique when carrying out the manual handling operation. The University acknowledges

12 May 2014: Medical Staff Liz Smith Occupational Health Nurse Manager, tel: (3)36588 Sarah Southall Deputy Occupational Health Nurse Manager, tel: (3)36591 Mary Meredith Deputy Occupational Health Nurse Manager, tel: (3)36884 Noushin Rostami Senior Occupational

16 Sep 2014: OHF05 - Food handlers questionnaire (pdf) OHF05 - Food handlers questinnaire (doc)

23 May 2014: This will reduce the requirement for a further appointment to be arranged following self-referral and avoids duplication (of advice given). ... Minimum equipment requirements for workstations include:. Display screen. Keyboard. Work desk or work surface.

22 Sep 2014: OHL07 - Ergonomic advice for pippette use (pdf)

23 May 2014: Ergonomics is the science of making machines and systems fit the user, and not making the user fit the system. Ergonomics incorporates elements from many subjects including anatomy, physiology, psychology and design to ensure that products and

22 Aug 2014: Following a conditional offer of a place to study veterinary medicine at the University of Cambridge, OH needs to be aware of any health conditions or impairments which could have an impact on a student’s ability to carry out their training or

9 Jun 2014: The service is open Monday to Friday from 08.30 to 13.00 and 14.00 to 16.30 excluding bank holidays. A list of local Cambridge GPs can be found here. Addenbrooke's Hospital Emergency Department contact details can be found here.

22 Sep 2014: OHL06 - Ergonomic advice for microscope use

23 May 2014: The Hazardous Substance Policy includes arrangements for compliance with Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations and gives guidance on how the legal requirements may be met.

23 May 2014: the requirements of the GMC, the students suitability to work as a doctor.

23 May 2014: A facemask should be the first item of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is put on and the last item that is taken off. This should prevent exposure to allergen material on the other PPE you are wearing as you take it off, and it will prevent

23 May 2014: The Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Policy outlines the responsibilities in relation to the management of DSE assessments to prevent ill health problems that can occur from prolonged computer use. This includes a checklist and eye test form for

23 May 2014: Definition Stress can be defined as 'the adverse reaction to excessive pressure'. Pressure is often part and parcel of work and helps to keep people motivated. Excess and/or badly-managed exposure to pressure can lead to stress. Workers who

19 Sep 2014: OHG03 - Job hazard evaluation guidance

23 May 2014: Ergonomics is the science of making machines and systems fit the user, and not making the user fit the system. Ergonomics incorporates elements from many subjects including anatomy, physiology, psychology and design to ensure that products and

11 May 2022: Risk Assessment for individuals considered to have an increased vulnerability if exposed to a respiratory infection (word) Risk Assessment for individuals considered to have an increased vulnerability if exposed to a respiratory infection (pdf)

19 Sep 2014: OHF27 - Noise initial health assessment (pdf) OHF27 - Noise initial health assessment (docx)

23 May 2014: Webpage currently under review Occupational Health provides travel health risk assessments and advice to elective medical students on request. This involves the completion of a travel health risk assessment and an appointment at Occupational Health

22 Aug 2014: Pre travel risk assessment form (pdf) Pre travel risk assessment form (docx)

18 Sep 2014: OHF13 - Medical student immunisation record (pdf) OHF13 - Medical student immunisation record (docx)

22 Aug 2014: OHF16 - Veterinary Student health questionnaire (pdf) OHF16 - Veterinary Student health questionnaire (docx)

7 May 2015: Medical Student Referral Guidance.pdf Medical Student Referral Guidance.docx

29 Aug 2014: It is a method for checking that a tight-fitting facepiece matches the person's facial features and seals adequately to the wearer’s face. It will also help to identify unsuitable facepieces which should not be used. As part of the management

29 Aug 2014: Most people have back pain at some time during their life and it often does not have an identifiable cause. Physical demands at work are usually only one of the factors contributing to back pain; however, it can be aggravated by certain work tasks.

29 Aug 2014: OHF31 - PGCE Student health questionnaire (pdf)

19 Sep 2014: OHF22 - Veterinary workers annual questionnaire (pdf) OHF22 - Veterinary workers annual questionnaire (docx)

19 Sep 2014: OHF24 - Respiratory annual health questionnaire (pdf) OHF24 - Respiratory annual health questionnaire (docx)

23 May 2014: Occupational Health does not deal with medical or first aid emergencies but can offer advice on local procedures. For information on how to get hold of a first aider in an emergency see: Procedure for calling a First Aider Follow your departmental

19 Sep 2014: OHF34 - Display Screen Equipment Self-Assessment Checklist (pdf) OHF34 - Display Screen Equipment Self-Assessment Checklist (docx)

19 Sep 2014: OHG04 - Individual stress risk assessment worked example (pdf)

23 May 2014: Happy and fulfilled employees enjoy their work more, which means they attend and usually perform well at work and less likely to leave. Strategies for improving wellbeing at work are vital for keeping you and your team happy and performing at your

22 Sep 2014: OHL02 - Occupational Health Referral Employee information (pdf)

18 Sep 2014: OHF06 - Food Handlers agreement (pdf) OHF06 - Food Handlers agreement (doc)

23 May 2014: a regulatory or safety requirement for a health assessment (most clinical, animal facility, garden maintenance and workshop staff) will require specific health screening by Occupational Health (OH). ... However, in no circumstances should a requirement

18 Sep 2014: OHF08 - Respiratory / skin initial health questionnaire (pdf) OHF08 - Respiratory / skin initial health questionnaire (docx)

19 Sep 2014: OHF32 - Health Assessment Questionnaire for Night Workers (pdf) OHF32 - Health Assessment Questionnaire for Night Workers (docx)

22 Jun 2015: OHF39 - Veterinary Student Referral to Occupational Health.pdf OHF39 - Veterinary Student Referral to Occupational Health.docx

23 May 2014: All staff working with animals and insects are at risk of developing an exposure related allergy even when there is no history of a previous problem. A personal history of allergy to common environmental allergens and exposure to laboratory animals

23 May 2014: Our skin is exposed to a variety of substances and environments at work, which can aggravate it. The skin is the body’s first line defence against physical, chemical and microbiological hazards. Prolonged exposure to some substances, even water,

27 Apr 2015: OHF37 - Medical Student Referral to Occupational Health - word OHF37 - Medical Student Referral to Occupational Health - prd

22 Aug 2014: OHF35 Biological Agents Health Assessment Questionnaire (pdf) OHF35 Biological Agents Health Assessment Questionnaire (doc)

19 Sep 2014: OHG02 - Occupational Health recruitment guidance flowchart

16 Sep 2014: A respiratory sensitiser is a substance which when inhaled can trigger an irreversible allergic reaction in the respiratory system. Once this sensitisation reaction has taken place, further exposure to the substance, even to the tiniest trace, may