Employers have a duty of care to their staff to look after not only their physical health at work, but their mental health as well. It is important that mental health conditions are treated just as seriously as physical injuries or illnesses, and that the right support is provided. Keep reading to learn more about […]
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Week Commencing 18/09/2023 – In The News
“Blanket approach to return to work will be ineffective”, says IOSH A “blanket approach” to getting people in the UK with back problems and other musculoskeletal issues to return to work will be ineffective, according to the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). Responding to a pledge by Health Secretary Steve Barclay to provide […]
Week Commencing 16/01/2023 – In The News
‘Wellbeing support for staff will be vital to build a resilient business this year’, experts have warned Specific, tailored wellbeing support for each individual employee will be vital to build a resilient business this year, health experts have warned. Iain Laws, CEO of Towergate Health & Protection, believes employers can use wellbeing support to aid […]
Top 10 Tips For Managing An Employee’s Return To Work
Managing an employee returning to work after sick leave can be a daunting task – with so many variables and things to consider, it can be difficult to know the best course of action. To help make the process smoother, we’ve put together our top ten tips for managing a return to work. From when […]
Safety Spotlight: Legionella, Return To Work, & Return To Work For Managers
As part of March’s Hazard of the Month, Illness, we’re highlighting three key areas: Legionella, Return To Work and Return To Work For Managers. Legionella Legionellosis is a collective term for diseases caused by legionella bacteria, such as Legionnaires’ disease, Pontiac fever and Lochgoilhead fever. Legionnaires’ disease is a form of pneumonia that is potentially fatal – everyone […]