For many people, the New Year signals a fresh start, and that’s certainly the case when it comes to careers. Did you know for example, that January is the most popular month for job changes? If you’re looking to take on new members of staff, ensure everyone sets off on the right foot by considering YourGP’s wide range of Occupational Healthcare services.

For example, YourGP’s pre-placement and pre-employment medical assessments can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your business. The aim of these health checks is to assess each individual employee’s ability to fulfil the duties expected of their role and to detect any potential risk factors that might restrict them from doing so.

The benefits of a pre-placement and pre-employment medical assessment include:

• They can help employees understand their role more fully by making them aware of all necessary precautions.
• They can help in creating a health record about the employee before they start work which, when coupled with ongoing assessments, can provide a useful point of comparison.
• They can help to create a safer working environment for all by significantly reducing the risk of injuries in the workplace.
• They can help employees reach their full potential and therefore maximise their contribution to the business.
• They help employers fulfil their legal responsibility to look after the health and wellbeing of their staff.
• They can increase overall awareness and understanding of health and safety within the workplace.

If you’d like to find out more about YourGP’s range of Occupational Healthcare services, call 0131 225 5656 or email occhealth@your.gp and ensure 2020 gets off to a good start for all your staff.