Occupational health Flashcards
1
Q
What is a fit note?
A
Required if patient off work sick for >7 consecutive days, including non working days
2
Q
What items should be taken into consideration for return to work?
A
Phased return
Adjusted hours
Adaptions to workplace and/or roles
3
Q
What are the roles of occupational health?
A
Prevent work related illness
Advise on fitness for work, workplace safety, prevention of injuries and disease
Improve attendance and performance f workforce
Rehab for return to work
Promote health in workplace
4
Q
What are the effects of unemployment on health?
A
Higher mortality
Poorer general and mental health
Higher medical consultation, Medication consumption and hospital admission rates
