Industries

Employees in the aerospace industry can be exposed to various hazards that could pose risks to their health and safety. These hazards include exposure to harmful chemicals, high noise levels, radiation, ergonomic strains, and potential accidents during aircraft manufacturing or maintenance.

OH within aerospace businesses help to safeguard employees, by highlighting potential risks via on-site Health Needs Assessments. Health surveillance, screening services, and health referrals can help to ensure employees remain safe and healthy whilst at work. Plus, we also offer advice on safety when working with hazardous substances and using protective equipment.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

The Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing industries present numerous hazards for employees. These could have negative effects on the health and safety of staff if not addressed. Workers in these sectors are exposed to physical risks such as heavy machinery accidents, falls, and injuries from tools and equipment. They may also face exposure to harmful substances like pesticides, fertilisers, and allergens. Additionally, long hours of manual labour can lead to musculoskeletal issues.

Occupational Health services play a critical role in protecting employees by identifying potential risks and monitoring their health and safety while at work. We offer medical screenings to detect and address work-related health conditions, promote ergonomic practices to minimise strain and educate workers on the proper use of personal protective equipment.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take.

Workers in the cleaning industry come into contact with hazardous substances and various other hazards that can have an effect on their health and safety whilst at work. These hazards include exposure to harmful chemicals and cleaning agents, slip and trip hazards, and ergonomic strains from repetitive movements. As well as injuries from lifting heavy objects, and potential contact with biohazards like bloodborne pathogens.

Our OH services play a crucial role in protecting employees by identifying risks, completing assessments and providing the necessary support. We’re able to monitor the health of your employees when they are exposed to specific potential risks. Plus, support you in protecting your employees from the hazards inherent in the cleaning industry.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Employees in the Construction and Engineering industries can be exposed to a wide range of hazards that can pose significant risks to their health and safety. These include: working at heights, and exposure to hazardous substances like asbestos and silica dust. Plus, accidents involving heavy machinery and equipment, electrical hazards, noise pollution, and ergonomic strains from manual handling tasks.

Our OH services are important in protecting employees’ both physical and mental well-being. Our Onsite Needs Assessments can help to identify potential risks. Whereas our health surveillance, health referrals and health screening services monitor the health and safety of employees at work and can provide advice on how to mitigate risk exposure.

By prioritising employee safety and promoting proactive health management, these services help protect workers in the Construction and Engineering industries from the numerous hazards they encounter in their daily work.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Businesses within this industry could include those who produce baked goods, fresh produce, beverages, chilled and frozen food and animal feed.

Workers in the food manufacturing industry can be exposed to a range of hazards. These could have the potential to negatively affect their health and safety. These hazards include slips and falls due to wet or greasy surfaces, burns from hot equipment and liquids, and cuts from knives and machinery. Plus, exposure to harmful substances like cleaning chemicals, allergens, and biological agents, ergonomic strains from repetitive tasks, and potential injuries from lifting heavy objects.

Occupational health services can help to identify potential risks, then we can complete various assessments which quantify the risk and provide advice on how these risks can be mitigated.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Health and social care workers are exposed to a wide range of hazards, which could have an effect on their well-being. These could include musculoskeletal injuries from lifting and transferring patients, exposure to infectious diseases, and violence and aggression from patients or clients. Plus, ergonomic strains from repetitive tasks, exposure to hazardous chemicals and medications, and emotional stress due to the demanding nature of the work.

Our OH services help to identify these risks, and then through our assessments, we can quantify these risks and advice on how to mitigate their risk. We can also provide vaccinations, health screening and mental health services. All of our services help protect your employees in the health and social sector from the diverse hazards they encounter on a daily basis at work.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Workers in the housing association industry face a range of hazards that can impact their overall well-being. Including slips, trips and falls from uneven surfaces, and exposure to hazardous materials such as asbestos or mould. Plus, musculoskeletal injuries from lifting and moving heavy objects during maintenance or renovation work, and ergonomic strains from repetitive tasks.

OH services can play a crucial role in protecting employees’ health and safety. We can conduct risk assessments, medical assessments, health surveillance and health screening services. By promoting a safe working environment, offering necessary resources, and addressing health concerns, occupational health services help protect workers in the housing association industry from the various hazards they encounter.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Workers in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry are exposed to a range of hazards that can impact their health and safety. These hazards include potential accidents involving heavy machinery and equipment, and exposure to harmful chemicals and solvents. As well as ergonomic strains from repetitive motions, noise pollution, and the risk of falls or injuries during assembly or maintenance processes.

OH services play a crucial role in identifying potential risks, and our assessments quantify the extent to which risks affect the health and safety of employees. Our occupational health services also monitor employees’ health, provide medical screenings to detect and address work-related conditions, and offer support for physical rehabilitation and mental well-being.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Workers in the quarrying industry are exposed to a range of hazards. These hazards include potential accidents involving heavy machinery and equipment, falls from heights, exposure to harmful substances like dust and silica particles Plus, noise pollution, and the risk of being struck by falling objects or moving vehicles. Additionally, workers may face ergonomic strains from manual handling tasks and the physical demands of the job.

Our OH services play a vital role in protecting employees by implementing preventive measures and providing support. We can complete on-site health needs assessments, develop safety plans and offer training plans on how employers can mitigate risks in the workplace. By prioritising employee safety and promoting proactive health management, these services help protect workers in the quarrying industry from the hazards inherent in their work environment.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take.

Retail workers face various hazards which can impact their health and safety. These hazards include slips, trips, and falls due to wet or cluttered floors, and manual handling injuries from lifting and carrying heavy objects. Plus, exposure to repetitive tasks can cause musculoskeletal disorders, potential violence and aggression from customers or theft incidents, exposure to harmful cleaning chemicals, and the risk of ergonomic strains from prolonged standing or repetitive motions.

OH services can help to identify issues, as well as complete assessments which aim to understand whether a person’s well-being has been affected. From these, businesses can then implement preventive measures and we can provide the necessary support.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Employees in the school and education industry can face various hazards. These can include potential slips, trips, falls in classrooms or on school grounds, and exposure to infectious diseases from close contact with students. As well as ergonomic strains from prolonged standing or repetitive tasks, potential violence or aggression from students or external threats, and the risk of emotional stress due to the demands of their role.

Acorn Occupational health services play a crucial role in protecting employees in the workplace. We can conduct a risk assessment, complete medical assessments and support you in keeping your employee safe and healthy. By prioritising employee safety, offering necessary resources, and addressing health concerns, occupational health services help protect workers in the school and education industry from the diverse hazards they may encounter in their daily work.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Employees in the transport and rail industries face a range of unique and specific hazards to the industry. These have the potential to impact the health and well-being of workers if not monitored. They can include potential accidents or collisions while operating vehicles or working on railway tracks, exposure to harmful fumes, and noise pollution. As well as the ergonomic strains from repetitive movements, and the risk of falls from heights. Plus, railway workers may face emotional stress due to the demands of their roles, especially in emergency situations.

OH services play a crucial role in protecting employees by implementing preventive measures and providing necessary support. We can conduct risk assessments, complete medicals and provide advice on how to protect the health and safety of employees. By prioritising employee safety, promoting a culture of safety, and providing necessary resources, occupational health services help protect workers in the transport and rail industries from the hazards inherent in their work environment.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take. 

Acorn is RISQS accredited to provide Personal Track Safety (PTS) medicals.

Employees in the utilities industry face various hazards that can pose risks to their health and safety. These hazards include potential electrical shocks, exposure to hazardous chemicals, and risks associated with working at heights. Plus, falls in confined spaces, physical injuries from heavy equipment and machinery, and the potential for accidents involving gas or water leaks.

Acorn’s Occupational health services can help to identify potential risks, and complete risk assessments that understand the health and fitness levels of employees. Plus, we can provide advice on how to best protect the health and safety of your employees.

Companies must look at their own Health and Safety policies to determine the correct route to take.