UK Government Champions Revolutionary Occupational Health Drive
In an unprecedented move, the UK Government, under the stewardship of Dame Carol Black, has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to combat in-work sickness and elevate occupational health (OH) standards across the workforce. The Occupational Health Innovation fund, has already provided £1 million in funding to 10 projects. This heralds a new era of health and […]
Closing The Workplace Gender Pain Gap
Women’s Health Issues Must Be Promptly and Adequately Addressed in the Workplace A recent report from UK supplemental health care company SimplyHealth suggests that line managers are not trained or prepared to respond appropriately to female employees’ health issues. In the article, the company reports nearly three-quarters of UK women have experienced health problems at […]
Unlocking the Benefits of Occupational Health for Small Businesses
The Importance of Occupational Health for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) during Occupational Health Awareness Week Unlocking the Benefits of Occupational Health for Small Businesses Introduction: The Critical Role of Occupational Health in SMEs In support of Occupational Health awareness week we’re proud to share this informative video from Claire Fernandez, an accredited specialist in […]
How To Implement Occupational Health for Remote Workers
As remote and hybrid work models gain popularity, the traditional office setting is undergoing a significant transformation. This paradigm shift highlights the importance of occupational health, which extends beyond physical office spaces to remote work environments. To ensure the well-being and productivity of their remote workforce, businesses must adopt pragmatic approaches to occupational health. The […]
How Occupational Health Keeps the Manufacturing Industry Wheels Turning
The manufacturing landscape is benefiting from the advancement of technology, so much so that, it accounted for 8.0% of employment in the first quarter of 2023. However, manufacturers are facing a biting shortage of skilled labour and an ageing workforce that hampers their productivity. To overcome these challenges top manufacturers are prioritising the use of […]