WorkHealth Jersey

09/05/2025

Wishing you all a wonderful Liberation Day! 🇯🇪🎉

16/10/2024

Team WorkHealth Jersey had a great time meeting delegates at the JOSHA Health and Safety Conference today.

Great to talk about how occupational health can support a safety culture, inclusion, ergonomics and healthy lifestyle in the workplace.

Thanks for everyone who came to chat, to the organisers and to all the fantastic presenters 👏👏👏

11/10/2024

Yesterday was World Mental Health Day 🌍

Promoting good mental health isn’t limited to just one day - it should be a priority every day.

By partnering with WorkHealth and Law At Work, you can create a comprehensive mental health policy that clearly outlines your commitment to team wellbeing.

Our tailored advice and support can prevent long-term absences which can significantly increase ongoing ill-health. We’ll create return-to-work programmes, advise on reasonable adjustments and available counselling services, and negotiate appropriate treatment plans on your employees' behalf. We can even deliver training on managing ill-health and the HR/OH interface to help you develop your understanding.

Law At Work - Channel Islands can help your business by running awareness and leadership training, conducting risk assessments, and identifying and managing psychosocial risks like workplace bullying. Together, we can promote healthy work arrangements that cater to individual needs, ensuring a supportive environment for everyone.

Get in touch and let’s cultivate a workplace culture that values mental health, enhances trust, and boosts overall performance 💚

✉️ hello@workhealth.je
📞 01534 668 668
🌐 ​​www.workhealth.je

06/10/2024

A very helpful recent update on Health Surveillance from the Health and Safety Inspectorate in Jersey, covering:

Legal requirements
What is health surveillance?
When is health surveillance necessary?
Medical​​ surveillance​​​​
The importance of worker engagement
Establish​​​ing a ​health surveillance scheme
Acting on the results of health surveillance
Links to further​​​ guidance​

Do have a read, and see how WorkHealth Jersey can help you meet your legal obligations and keep your people safe and well.

The Health and Safety Inspectorate (HSI) has identified that occupational health surveillance is not being conducted when legally required

04/10/2024

It's less that two weeks until the JOSHA Health and Safety Conference, and WorkHealth Jersey are very pleased to be both a sponsor and exhibitor. The organisers have pulled together a great programme, and we would love to see you there.

We will be available on the day to talk about how we can support your health surveillance programme, safety critical medical assessments, and how Occupational Health can truly benefit the health and wellbeing of your people.

And we'll be introducing some new staff members too!

Really looking forward to seeing you at Radisson Blu St Helier on Wednesday 16th - tickets available below 👇

The conference provides an essential platform for delegates to hear from keynote speakers and come together to share their thoughts.

29/09/2024

Occupational health is a game-changer for businesses, ensuring that team wellbeing is truly at the heart of what you do. Research by the Society of Occupational Medicine shows that OH is the most effective method for mitigating and managing the problem of long-term absences from work.

Celebrate with us and find out what OH risks you should consider for your industry.

Need some guidance? Reach out today to learn more about the WorkHealth process and how we can help:

✉️ hello@workhealth.je
📞 01534 668 668
🌐 ​​www.workhealth.je

28/09/2024

Your people are your greatest asset. Investing in their health isn’t just a benefit - it’s essential for a thriving workplace.

🌿 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗼𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀.

Employee health and wellbeing have never been more critical in today's fast-paced work environment. OH is a vital service designed to improve and protect your people's health, safety, and productivity.

It’s about much more than just checking boxes - OH provides practical support to ensure your employees are physically and mentally fit to perform their roles effectively while preventing and managing work-related illnesses or injuries.

🔍 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗢𝗛 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

• 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗶𝘀𝗺: healthy employees mean fewer sick days. With regular health checks, early interventions, and proactive advice, OH helps prevent illness and injuries before they impact your team.
• 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆: A healthier, happier team is more productive. From ergonomic assessments to mental health support, our OH services are designed to help your employees perform at their best.
• 𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Every business is different. That’s why our OH services are fully customisable to meet your organisation’s unique needs. Whether it’s managing long-term sickness absences or advising on workplace adjustments, we’ve got you covered.
• 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: OH helps your business comply with health and safety legislation, ensuring you meet your during of care to employees and avoid costly legal issues.

📊 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:

• New starter assessments and screenings
• Sickness absence management
• Fitness for work assessments
• Health surveillance
• Consultancy and training

👨‍⚕️ 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲

With years of expertise, our dedicated OH team works alongside you to ensure your workplace is healthy, safe, and compliant. Let us help you prioritise employee wellbeing, reduce absenteeism, and create a culture of health in your organisation.

💡 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽? Contact us today to learn how our occupational health services can support your business and team!

✉️ hello@workhealth.je
📞 01534 668 668
🌐 ​​www.workhealth.je

09/06/2024

As it’s this week, we’re talking to people in our group who volunteer.

Today, we spoke to Chris Edmond, Medical Director of WorkHealth Jersey, who shared his journey:

“I first started volunteering over 20 years ago whilst living in London. I was working in banking but felt unfulfilled, so I volunteered for SANE Mental Health Charity's SANEline, a mental health helpline. It’s probably still the most rewarding thing I’ve done, and it directly led to me retraining as a doctor and my current career!

Now, I volunteer as a Trustee/Director for several local charities, Jersey Recovery College, Jersey Sport, and Lifestyle Medicine Jersey, where I’m the Interim Chair.

All the organisations I volunteer with have community health and wellbeing at their heart, particularly focusing on those most in need and people who couldn’t otherwise access services or activities, with each organisation having their own speciality.

JS focuses on the physical activity side of things, JRC on supporting people through mental health difficulties, and LMJ on providing support for people who want to make a change in their lives to treat or prevent disease. At LMJ, we also want to improve the understanding of non-medical intervention throughout the health community.

Working with some amazing local clinicians to establish Lifestyle Medicine Jersey is something that I’m extremely proud of. We’re only small, but there’s a clear need for people to access free support that addresses lifestyle-related diseases. We’re at the cutting edge of a worldwide movement for change, and we have some amazing plans for the next couple of years, so keep a look out!

As a Trustee or Director, you have the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of the organisation, as well as the wider healthcare strategy. In that way, you can influence the wellbeing of a much wider range and number of people.

Volunteering allows me to genuinely live my values and purpose, as does my day job as an Occupational Physician (which I wouldn’t have even started had it not been for volunteering!). It’s so rewarding to work with people who care about making the world a better place, and despite being hard work at times, it gives you real energy and a bit of a buzz, if I’m honest.

Putting my medical hat on, there’s a lot of evidence that helping others is great for improving our health and wellbeing. As naturally social creatures, volunteering allows us to build networks and work together for a joint purpose. Without the charity sector and all the great work done by volunteering on the Islands, I really don’t know where we would be as a community.

It can be daunting making that first contact when looking to start volunteering, but all the organisations I know are very friendly and always keen to hear from new volunteers. Find an organisation that aligns with your own values, purpose, and skills and get in touch with them. Volunteering completely changed my life, and you never know, it might change yours too.”

09/05/2024

Happy Liberation Day! 🇯🇪

03/04/2024

🧠 With almost half of these workers suffering from stress, depression, or anxiety, it might be time to consider incorporating an occupational heath service into your business.

We all know how much ill health impacts businesses. From high turnover and recruitment fees, to fines, legal costs, and compensation - the possible outcomes are limitless.

✅ How can OH help?

In many cases, involving an OH service early can lead to better outcomes for your people. OH professionals will offer support and advice around:

⭐️ Return to work planning and liaison
⭐️ Vocational rehabilitation
⭐️ Ill-health retirement

And much more!

✅ Why WorkHealth?

⭐️ Jersey’s only dedicated occupational health provider
⭐️ Client portal for easy access to referrals, questionnaires, and appointments
⭐️ One-off, ad-hoc, or partnership options to suit your needs

Get in touch today to learn more about the WorkHealth process and how we can help look after your people:

✉️ hello@workhealth.je
📞 01534 668 668
🌐 http://workhealth.je

28/03/2024

❓ How can I protect my team at work?

Occupational health is the key to protecting the health and wellbeing of your people. Our OH professionals can help prevent and address any health issues through testing and advice.

✅ Why WorkHealth?

⭐️ We work together with your HR, H&S, and leadership teams to determine and manage your occupational health needs

⭐️ We offer health surveillance testing help you meet your statutory requirements, and can even come to your premises

⭐️ We can provide one-off, ad-hoc, or partnership options depending on the level of support you’re looking for

Connect with us today to learn more about how WorkHealth can benefit your business:

✉️ hello@workhealth.je
📞 01534 668 668
🌐 http://workhealth.je

20/03/2024

🧠 Do you know what your health surveillance requirements are?

If you work in an industry with specific risk factors, you’ll likely have a responsibility to provide health surveillance for your people.

WorkHealth takes the stress out of meeting your statutory requirements as we offer all necessary testing, and can even manage your surveillance programme too!

Get in touch today to find out more about how we can help:

✉️ hello@workhealth.je
📞 01534 668 668
🌐 http://workhealth.je