The Occupational Health Service provides various guidance and services for staff in relation to general health concerns or issues. A number of subjects are covered across the Health and Safety website, please see links below. Cancer - General Information Guidance and advice on preventing cancer and signposting. Colds and Flu General guidance on colds and flu. Please note this page does not specifically refer to any pandemic flu situations, however, the basic hygiene advice should be adhered to in any cold/flu environment. Glass, Sharps and Splashes How to reduce the risk of accidents with glass, sharps and splashes from substances with a risk of infection and what to do if you have an accident or incident. Personal Computing This information and guidance is intended to aid managers with their statutory responsibilities and their management of health issues in the workplace. Pregnancy Information Guidance and advice for managers with staff who are new or expectant mothers. Smoking The University Policy on smoking and help available to stop. Stress Guidance and advice for managers with staff who are experiencing stress. Stress Management Framework Information and Guidance for Managers / Supervisors in dealing with Stress in the workplace Working Outdoors If you work outdoors you can find valuable information on the Health and Safety Executive website which deals with temperatures and sun exposure. Alcohol and drugs Information on Alcohol and drugs This article was published on 2024-07-22
