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Insight Workplace Health
Jun 21, 20243 min read
Driving for Work Over the Age of 70
With age there is an increased likelihood of an individual having health issues which may impact upon their ability to drive for work


Matt Higginson
Jun 10, 20243 min read
Employee consent and occupational health
The occupational health employee consultation process requires informed consent to be obtained from the employee at various stages


Insight Workplace Health
May 22, 20242 min read
Communicating with occupational health clinicians, if your first language is not English
As an occupational health (OH) provider Insight Workplace Health (IWH) recognise that not all clients are fluent in English and therefore ma


Insight Workplace Health
Apr 19, 20242 min read
Functional Assessments and Occupational Health
In some cases it may be necessary for an occupational health clinician to advise that an employer undertakes a functional assessment


Insight Workplace Health
Apr 15, 20243 min read
Fatigue and Driving for Work
Driver fatigue is a significant contributor to serious road traffic collisions and fatalities on UK roads and according to Driver Fatigue...


Insight Workplace Health
Apr 11, 20243 min read
ML5 Medicals
Insight Workplace Health are pleased to announce that we are now able to provide our customers with ML5 Medical Certificates for their...


Insight Workplace Health
Mar 19, 20243 min read
Face Fit Testing - Quantitative vs Qualitative
Face fit testing is a legal requirement for employees wearing close fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE). Employers are legally...


Insight Workplace Health
Feb 26, 20242 min read
Occupational Health or General Practitioner (GP)
Can I just get my employee to visit their GP, to obtain advice about their health rather than Occupational Health?


Insight Workplace Health
Feb 16, 20242 min read
Fitness to Travel
Employers have a duty of care to ensure that employees are fit to undertake any travel required as part of their contracted role


Insight Workplace Health
Feb 12, 20243 min read
Why do occupational health put restrictions on the activities an employee can undertake following a medical?
Occupational health (OH) clinicians undertake medicals in line with nationally recognised guidance to ensure that employees are fit to...


Insight Workplace Health
Jan 5, 20242 min read
Step into 2024 with strength: how occupational health sets your business on the right foot
A new year. A fresh start. While we often focus on personal resolutions, this January, let's shift the spotlight to your business....


Insight Workplace Health
Oct 26, 20234 min read
Work-Related Stress - Signs, Causes and Management
By law, employers have a duty to safeguard their employees from work-related stress, here at Insight Workplace Health we've put together...


Insight Workplace Health
Sep 8, 20232 min read
What is a Discovery Audit?
A Discovery Audit is a workplace visit, undertaken at the request of the employer, by an experienced occupational health clinician for...


Insight Workplace Health
Sep 5, 20232 min read
Safety critical medicals for plant operators
For re-assurance a plant operator medical, SEQOHS medical, fit to work medical and a safety critical medical are different names for the...


Insight Workplace Health
Aug 8, 20233 min read
Elevate Your Workstation: Exploring the Benefits of Sit-Stand desks.
In today's sedentary work culture, finding ways to stay active and maintain good posture is crucial for our overall well-being. Sit-Stand...


Insight Workplace Health
Aug 4, 20235 min read
Understanding the Benefits of Drug and Alcohol Testing: Protecting Your Business and Employees
In today's fast-paced and competitive business world, ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees is paramount. One crucial...


Insight Workplace Health
Jul 25, 20233 min read
Health Surveillance: Under and Over Health Surveillance
Health surveillance (HS) involves regular medical checks being undertaken on employees, by occupational health clinicians, on behalf of...


Insight Workplace Health
Jul 20, 20233 min read
Workstation, Ergonomic and Vehicle Assessments
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) and work-related upper limb disorders (WRULD) are a major cause of long-term sickness absence in the UK,...


Insight Workplace Health
Jul 14, 20232 min read
Why does my business need occupational health?
Occupational health plays a crucial role in creating a safe and productive work environment. In this blog we'll explore how.


Insight Workplace Health
Jul 11, 20232 min read
What is an occupational health assessment?
At Insight Workplace Health our occupational health clinicians undertake a wide variety of occupational health assessments to ensure that...
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