Question 1

role of occupational health and safety?

Accepted Answer

Workplace safety: Osha, or the department of occupational health and safety, keeps the workplace safe for workers and those who come into the work space. They oversee all safety issues, and infectious issues at the office, educate workers on safety issues, and enforce the rules.

Question 2

what do i say at my occupational health interview?

Accepted Answer

Hazards and concerns: Provide your job title and explain what you do at work and how you do it. Your visit might begin by answering a survey about the presence of hazards in the workplace (e.g., physical or chemical) and personal protective equipment you use. Describe any injuries you've had at work. List your medical conditions and medications. Identify concerns you have about your ability to perform your job safely.

Question 3

do you know are occupational health assessors lovely folk?

Accepted Answer

My guess is that: Some may very nice people and some might not be.

Question 4

can an occupational health nurse have to have qualifications?

Accepted Answer

A specialized field: Occupational health nursing does have specialized training and certification. There is a specialty group aaohn. A nurse can get on the job training too. The field is a good one that growth potential and a lot of job satisfaction.

Question 5

i am an occupational health nurse assisting mthoko. he has symptoms of covid-19?

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COVID 19 : I can’t tell where you are from. If from South Africa, contact PCM who will assess &amp; make determination about COVID 19 testing. USA – policies vary by state. State &amp; local health departments/ providers make actual testing decisions. Some states require a dr.'s referral &amp; some don't.  Can call PCM if one believes they should be tested.

Question 6

can occupational health get information from my gp without getting my consent?

Accepted Answer

No: The medical records of your private physician can not be released to anyone without either your consent, or there is a valid court order for the release.

Question 7

is it weird that my occupational health questionnaire is asking about my sex life?

Accepted Answer

Nope: Your sexual habits have the potential to create opportunities for you to be exposed to various diseases. If your occupation involves exposure to blood and other bodily fluids then this information is important to not only your safety but to the safety of those with whom you work.

Question 8

what to do if i'm going for an occupational health check will they want to see my self harm?

Accepted Answer

Limited exam: Occupational health exams are limited to looking at health issues that effect your ability to do your job.  Unless you're in a job where mental health is considered pertinent your history shouldn't matter. Keep in mind that many companies have employee assistance programs so if you're still having problems with hurting yourself you ought to look into getting help.

Question 9

are occupational health services (chemical testing) really necessary for non-risk occupations?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: By chemical testing if you mean biological monitoring for effects of workplace toxins, like lead, asbestos, etc., there's no point in doing this if a worker is not exposed to these substances by the nature of their work, even if the toxins exist somewhere else in the workplace.  If you mean drug testing, this is a matter of company policy as it pertains to the drug free workplace act.

Question 10

what happens during a occupational health interview?

Accepted Answer

Many things.: They will gather a tremendous amoutn of information on you, your social and general health and your work and work environment.  They will need to determine your ability to work, work where your are and how it will affect you.  Testing will be in order.

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