Health surveillance for those exposed to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) The HSE have recently released updated guidance on health surveillance for workers exposed to silica dust that can be breathed in. … [Read more...]
Health Surveillance
Health Surveillance in the workplace What is Health Surveillance? Health surveillance is the process of monitoring the health of employees exposed to specific health risks during the course of their … [Read more...]
Protecting Welders
Why do your welders need protecting ? There are a number of health hazards associated with welding. Welding is one of the most common activities carried out in industry. It is estimated that there are … [Read more...]
Deafness awareness
Last year 20,000 workers suffered from noise-induced hearing loss. For more information visit: http://ow.ly/1gOJ30bJ1OH #DeafAwarenessWeek pic.twitter.com/EY9G6prilz Health Surveillance is the process of … [Read more...]
Biological Monitoring
Biological Monitoring is a simple and effective tool for exposure assessment, it is a measurement of exposure - not a measurement of ill-health Many jobs involve using chemicals that can be harmful to health … [Read more...]
Health Surveillance in the workplace
What is Health Surveillance? Health surveillance is the process of monitoring the health of employees exposed to specific health risks during the course of their work. Where appropriate, employers need … [Read more...]
Health in Construction Leadership Group ‘Walk the Talk’
Aimed at construction industry CEO’s and Senior Leaders, the theme of the leadership events is ‘Acting on Our Commitment to a Healthier Future’ A key theme in the opening remarks of the second annual Health … [Read more...]
SEQOHS accreditation
Workers Health Ltd is proud to announce we have been approved for SEQOHS accreditation from the Faculty of Occupational Medicine. This means we are independently audited and fully accredited to the … [Read more...]
Council fined £250,000 after worker diagnosed with hand arm vibration syndrome
A council has been fined £250,000 after a worker was diagnosed with hand arm vibration syndrome. The worker was left permanently injured after the work he did at Thanet District council would mean … [Read more...]
Health Surveillance? Please Explain …
Health surveillance is the process of monitoring the health of your employees who may be exposed to specific health risks during the course of their work. Where appropriate, employers need to provide health … [Read more...]
