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Join the SOM! Any health professional with an interest in #occupational #health is welcome E.g. #doctors #GPs & #disability assessors, #Nurses, #AHPs such as Occupational #Therapists & #Physiotherapists; Occupational #Ergonomists, #Hygienists @SOMNews - som.org.uk/membership-inform…
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During Occupational Therapy Week we are pleased to launch our new guide with the @PublicAffRCOT: Occupational Therapists in Occupational Health. This guide is intended for occupational health providers and employers
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During Occupational Therapy Week we are pleased to launch our new guide with the @PublicAffRCOT: Occupational Therapists in Occupational Health. This guide is intended for occupational health providers and employers
@theRCOT
Download here lnkd.in/epBxGzZE
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NHS Growing #occupational health and wellbeing together is a five-year strategy to improve the health & wellbeing services for NHS people, to keep them safe and healthy. It forms a mandate for action for integrated care systems england.nhs.uk/publication/g… @AmandaPritchard @AdamTsays
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Simple changes can make a BIG difference.
Skin exposure to some oils and chemicals at work can increase your risk of cancer. Make sure you understand the risks in order to reduce them.
Find out how to reduce the risks ➡ hseni.gov.uk/topics/workplac…
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🤝 The award recognises the collective efforts of Belfast Trust, NIMDTA, the Department of Health and other partners to strengthen Occupational Health and support staff health and workforce resilience.
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New specialty training, SAS doctor and F2 posts are also helping build a sustainable workforce for the future.
The impact is already being seen, with medical waiting times improving from 60+ to around 10 working days.
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Psychosocial risks should be assessed and managed as part of everyday occupational safety and health practices, with workers involved, clear priorities set and action followed through.
EU-OSHA's Healthy Workplaces Campaign 2026–2028 highlights the importance of strong leadership, open dialogue and effective risk management in creating more supportive workplaces.
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✅ Better prevention ✅ Better mental health at work
ℹ️ @EU_OSHA
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Occupational cancers can be caused by exposure to harmful substances such as chemicals, dust, and fumes.
Every year, there are over 300 work-related deaths estimated across NI, and thousands more health problems.
Find out how to reduce the risks ➡ hseni.gov.uk/topics/workplac…
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Congratulations to our Occupational Health Team, which has received a prestigious NHS Health at Work Network OH Professionals Recognition Award (OHPRAS) for its work to rebuild the Occupational Medicine workforce across Belfast Trust and Northern Ireland. 👏
ALT Occupational Health Medical Team pictured holding their prestigious NHS Health at Work Network, OH professionals Recognition Award (OHPRAS). Nine individuals are pictured. The two individuals pictured in the centre are holding the award trophy and certificate.
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Pleased that @ILO🇵🇰 is able to support Pakistan's Ministry of Health in developing a national strategy to improve occupational safety & health for healthcare workers.
A strong and resilient health system depends on a workforce that is healthy, protected and supported.
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Following a record number of responses to this year's National Police Workforce and Wellbeing Survey, we've now published the 1st of 3 reports exploring the key challenges in policing and what’s really needed to drive better wellbeing. Download here: oscarkilo.org.uk/news/new-na…
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Work-related stress can affect anyone.
The Working Minds 5Rs can help employers and workers take positive action on work-related stress:
Reach Out. Recognise. Respond. Reflect. Make it Routine.
Find out more: workright.campaign.gov.uk/un…
#WorkingMinds #StressAwarenessWeek
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The damage caused by workplace noise and vibration can be permanent, but it's often preventable.
From power tools to heavy machinery, exposure can build up over time and lead to hearing loss and HAVS.
Assess. Control. Protect.
workright.campaign.gov.uk/no…
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Why are we still struggling to stop people dropping out of work?
Occupational health can help prevent us sleepwalking into a sickness economy
See newstatesman.com/spotlight/h…
Why are we still struggling to stop people dropping out of work?
Occupational health can help prevent us sleepwalking into a sickness economy
See newstatesman.com/spotlight/h…
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There is no cure for occupational asthma. Once developed, it's permanent and can force workers to leave the industry they trained for.
Learn more: workright.campaign.gov.uk/is…
ALT PROTECTION IS EVERYTHING Once you develop occupational asthma, there's no cure
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Noise and vibration at work can cause permanent harm. 1 in 5 workers may be exposed to harmful noise levels, and hand-arm vibration syndrome is a real risk from vibrating tools and machinery.
Assess. Control. Protect.
Free tools and guidance: workright.campaign.gov.uk/no…
Inaugural meeting of the European #Occupational #Health #Researcher
Network: contact SOM to find out more
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New article: Women leading the way in protecting people at work in the Middle East
Visit our website for inspiration – and a global call to action: tinyurl.com/2nmr4pra
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Everyone should start working life feeling safe, valued and supported, yet 38% of 18–24s don’t know their organisation’s reporting process.
Help prevent racial bullying and harassment with practical guidance on policies, support and reporting: bitc.org.uk/toolkit/tackling…
ALT Poster of a stressed man at a laptop with text: “Racial harassment demands action, not just words” and a link to a free guide.