Human Resources

Occupational Health Service

What is Occupational Health?

'The promotion and maintenance of the highest degree of physical, mental and social wellbeing of workers in all occupations by preventing departures from health, controlling risks and the adaptation of work to people and people to their jobs.'

Dame Carol Black - March 2008

The University’s Occupational Health Service provides advice to individuals and managers on work related health problems and health problems that can affect work. Occupational Health is a distinct branch of health care which specialises in the relationship between work and health.

The Occupational Health team includes one full-time Occupational Health Manager and three part-time Occupational Health Nurses.  The Occupational Health Physician provision is for two to three sessions per week  We provide a range of Occupational Health Services. The team are here to help you and can be contacted on 02392 843187.

All medical information is strictly confidential. Advice to management will only include medical information with the consent of the employee.

Please note: Occupational Health does not provide General Practice services or first aid. 

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