Employees who work in certain industries should be vaccinated against diseases that they could potentially be exposed to whilst working.
Whilst many employees are exposed to potential risks and hazards at work, some industries can mean employees are exposed to higher levels of risk or are exposed to these risks more frequently.
Occupational vaccinations should be organised, and paid for by your employer. These vaccinations can provide protection against some of these risks and hazards. They may be more relevant for certain sectors, e.g. healthcare, laboratory workers, and carers.
The Law for Employers
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 you as an employer have a legal duty to protect the health of your employees. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) employers have a legal duty to assess the risk of infection for employees and others affected by their work. When the risk is known, you need to take suitable precautions to protect the health of the employee.
How can Acorn Occupational Health help you?
As a leading provider of Occupational Health services across the UK, Acorn Occupational Health will assist clients with immunisation programs, policies, and advice. Our experienced Occupational Health Advisors aim to deliver a cost-effective service designed to meet the needs of your business.