Events

Stress has been recognised by the HSE and many others as one of the biggest single causes of work-related sickness absence.  Its causes are multiple and, although non-work activities are undoubtedly important, there is a widespread belief that work factors can make a major contribution in some instances.

This course will briefly outline what we understand by stress; what factors at work (and outside) can contribute to it; and what the potential consequences are for the individual or an employer. 

The presentation will then focus upon what is considered to be an appropriate course of action for employers, with primary prevention (prevention at source) coupled with both secondary and tertiary measures.  This will reflect what is currently recognised as best practice.

5.5 CPD points accredited by the Faculty of Occupational Medicine (FOM).

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SOM Members, the price is £175 + VAT per person (Non SOM Members, the price is £265 + VAT). Please login to your SOM account and visit the Benefits and insurance page to access the promotional code.

Please note this is an open (public) course and may be subject to minimum numbers attending.

Venues and dates available throughout 2018.

Workplace drug and alcohol issues are becoming an increasing demand on Occupational Health Teams. 

Within health and safety it is best practise for every company to have a Drug and Alcohol Policy however they vary considerably between industry and organisations. Procedures associated with the policy need to be practical and balanced in approach, enabling implementation and compliance.

Delegates will see from the programme that Helen Vangikar has developed four courses to equip Occupational Health Teams with knowledge to confidently tackle issues raised, ranging from policy content, is testing appropriate?, collections and report interpretation and quality standards.

These courses are suitable for healthcare professionals and allied professionals such as health & safety and human resources.

CPD Attendance Certificates will be issued to delegates.

Courses 2 and 3 have CPD accreditation from the Faculty of Occupational Medicine.

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To book please email: helen@helenvangikar.com.

FREE for SOM Members (please log in on the SOM website first).

In this exclusive webinar, Nancy Hey Director of the What Works Centre for Wellbeing, will give an overview of the latest evidence relating to wellbeing and work and what can be done to improve understanding of what has the greatest impact.

The What Works Centre for Wellbeing aims to understand what business, government, communities and individuals can do to improve wellbeing in the UK. The Centre brings together the global evidence base of the policies, programmes and approaches aiming to improve wellbeing and looks at their cost effectiveness.

Nancy Hey is an experienced policy professional and coach who has worked with the UK’s top Civil Servants to introduce well-being into public policy. She has worked in eight government departments including on Constitutional Reform. She has degrees in law and in coaching & development  and is passionate about learning having established the professional policy community in the UK.

FREE for SOM Members (please log in on the SOM website). You will then be sent a link to register on the Adobe Connect Webinar platform.

This event is worth 1 CPD Hour.

Venue: 20 Little Britain, London, EC1A 7DH

Join James Rind – Workplace Wellbeing Consultant – for two workshops in one exciting day.

In the first (morning) explore what Wellbeing in the workplace really is and how OH professionals can support / develop an optimal wellbeing strategy. You will discover the theories behind workplace wellbeing and why it is important for all aspects of the organisation.

The second (afternoon) shifts the focus to your wellbeing and gives you the tools to comprehensively appraise where you are. James will support you to develop your bespoke action list of interventions and achievable life-habit changes which will help to optimise your levels of day to day wellbeing.

£290.00 for non SOM members. £190.00 for SOM members. Please login to your SOM account, then click 'Register Now' on the event page to receive the discount.

One Day Training Course
9.30am – 4.30 pm
1hr for lunch
Maximum number of attendees: 15

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