Welcome to Occupational Health Weekly!
This newsletter covers everything about occupational health, latest updates in the industry and updates on the team here at OHTS.
Follow us on this journey and we hope you learn something new along the way.
So whats new in the occupational health industry?
2024 marks a significant change in how we view health, safety and wellbeing at work with mental health cases on the rise, the introduction of AI assessing and much more, so here's our top three changes this week in the occupational health industry;
Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML):
Predictive Analytics: AI and ML are increasingly used to predict and prevent workplace injuries by analysing data on worker behaviour, environmental conditions, and historical incidents.
Personalised Health Programs: AI-driven platforms offer personalised health recommendations and monitoring, helping employees maintain better health and productivity.
2. Mental Health and Well-being Focus:
Comprehensive Mental Health Programs: Companies are investing more in mental health resources, including access to therapy, mental health days, and stress management training. Proactive Employee Assistance programs are becoming more popular as the world starts to recognise the importance of early intervention and the launch of a resource dedicated to this by Teesside Health Co (www.teessidehealthco.com/platinum-wellbeing)
Work-Life Balance Initiatives: Flexible work arrangements, such as remote work and flexible hours, are being implemented to reduce stress and improve work-life balance.
3. Regulatory Changes and Compliance:
Stricter Health Regulations: New regulations focused on occupational health and safety are being introduced, requiring companies to stay compliant with updated standards. (more on this to come from OHTS)
Global Standards: As workforces become more global, there is a push towards adopting international health and safety standards.
Now you are up to date with some of the latest news and changes in the occupational health industry, lets take a look at what we've been up to over the past week;
Both Jude and Paula have been on a competency course assessing their skills and ensuring we are up to standard in our daily practices, We are excited to share they have passed with flying colours!
Judy Dakers
Occupational health nurse
Paula Lightowler
Occupational health nurse
The mobile unit has been busy at our clients PSI Global delivering Health surveillance assessments.
And Harry has been at Teesside Mind representing our wellbeing specialist partners Teesside Health Co delivering Well-being champions training.
We look forward to seeing you all soon for the next instalment of Occupational health weekly!
If your business needs any occupational health support such as health surveillance, mental health support, health promotion or training please reach out to us on support@ohservices.org