Episode 215 - Let's Talk HR & Occupational Health

Workplace stress, burnout, long term absence, bullying complaints… these are the kinds of things that can keep HR professionals awake at night. But when do these issues cross the line from an HR challenge to a medical concern? And how well do HR and Occupational Health actually work together to navigate this tricky space?

Well to talk to us this week about how to get this right for both you, your Occ health person, and most importantly, your people, we’re delighted to be joined by Anne Dowling, an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor and Managing & Clinical Director at AMA Healthcare Services. 

 

In this episode we cover...

02:13 The Role of Occupational Health
04:50 Current Trends in Occupational Health
05:54 Mental Health in the Workplace
10:47 Managing Return to Work
12:53 The Importance of Reasonable Accommodations
15:02 Early Intervention Strategies
19:06 Handling Investigations and Health Issues
23:20 Compassionate Approaches in HR
27:44 Effective Communication and Support
30:24 Best Practices for Occupational Health Referrals

 

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