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22 Aug 2014: Yes. It is a statutory requirement that workers who are identified through the risk assessment process as requiring health surveillance attend for this during work hours.

16 Sep 2014: Occupational skin disease is important and a common health problem. Repeated skin irritation or skin sensitisation can lead to dermatitis. If signs of dermatitis are detected early enough, and exposure to the substances responsible reduce, this will

23 May 2014: Accidental exposure to human blood, other body fluids or tissue could lead to contracting a blood-borne virus such HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C. Avoiding the risk Vaccination - Hepatitis B infection can be effectively avoided by vaccination.

29 Aug 2014: Search site. Occupational Health. FAQ - Computer Health. Q. What causes a work related upper limb disorder? A work-related upper-limb disorder (WRULD) can be caused by a variety of work tasks involving, prolonged forceful awkward or repetitive tasks,

16 Sep 2014: OHF18 Medical student screening for blood borne virus (pdf) OHF18 Medical student screening for blood borne virus (docx)

14 Oct 2014: All staff and students who will be involved in laboratory work with hazard group 3 pathogens, or class 3 genetically modified organisms, or unscreened human blood or tissue samples must complete health screening before beginning this work. The aim

16 Sep 2014: A animal allergy (AA) is an allergic response that can develop as a result of exposure to animal or insect allergens. Approximately a third of people exposed to animals may experience exposure related symptoms. All staff working with animals and

27 Apr 2015: OHF38 - Medical Student Referral to Occupational Health from the Fitness to Practise Committee (FTPC).docx OHF38 - Medical Student Referral to Occupational Health from the Fitness to Practise Committee (FTPC).pdf

23 May 2014: Under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSW), employers are required to take into account health and safety risks to New and Expectant Parents in the workplace. Risks will need to be managed to reduce the likelihood of

19 Sep 2016: Information for HR and managers Guidance in cases of staff mental health difficulties or acute distress Anyone can get upset or distressed at work and this document will help you identify the most helpful things to do to ensure a satisfactory and