An audit of NHS-based OH services for Fife and Tayside shows how occupational therapists can support a return to work. Malcolm Joss reports.
Wellbeing
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Vehicle safety is not just about driving well and avoiding accidents: a good driving position can make a huge difference to health, says Julie Farmer.
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FactsErica Connor was employed by Surrey County Council as a head teacher at a mainly Muslim school. In February 2003,...
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Offshore safety around the world could be vastly improved with a saving of millions of pounds if safety training is...
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Female high-fliers with stressful jobs could face an increased risk of heart disease, researchers have warned.Previous studies have largely focused...
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A former PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) partner is to take the consultancy to an employment tribunal this week. Colin Tenner, an equity...
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Friday Podcast: General election immigration policies, stress in the workplace
by Rob Mossby Rob MossHR news and analysis including:
The main political parties’ immigration policies, and the potential implications for employers
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Long-term sickness absence is one of the most complex and expensive issues facing HR professionals in the UK. Daniel Thomas...
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Desk-based, computer-oriented jobs frequently lead to problems such as repetitive strain injury, back pain, and musculoskeletal disorders. Stephanie Loleit from CareerBuilder picks...
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A year-long campaign to weed out workplace stress in the not-for profit sector has been launched by union Unite. According...
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From April 2010, the new electronic ‘Fit Note’ – which replaces the paper-based sick note – is being rolled out...
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The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations have given way to middle-aged spread, says Dr Richard Preece.
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HSE in LEV roadshows
The Health and Safety Executive launched a series of interactive roadshows in March to help employers... -
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has unveiled a tool to help employers reduce the risk of their staff suffering...
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There should be common minimum health and safety standards for publicly-funded construction projects, the government has said in its response...