Most firms irrespective of their size will at some time, require advice about the health of their employees and how to provide a supportive background for employees who are ill or vulnerable, in need of support or who fall under the remit of the Equality Act
A referral to occupational health will adopt a “no surprises” approach and will provide all relevant background information to a referred person including a job description and will be made with the full knowledge and cooperation of the referred person
Example of reasons for a referral to occupational health include
- Following injury , illness or surgery to request advice about fitness to return to work either fully or on a phased or adjusted basis
- Advice on a return to work on adjusted or restricted duties
- Suitability for ill health retirement or a capability dismissal
- Risk assessment for pregnancy or disability
- Persistent short term absence
- Long term absence
- Stress either work or home related
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