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02 June 2025Webinar
FREE for ALL (please log in on the SOM website first).
Engagement with policy makers to prevent ill health at work and to sustain people in their work, and the importance of national standards
The purpose of this webinar is to promote discussion of how we in the occupational health community can most effectively engage in current national initiatives, in the interest of preventing ill health at work and sustaining people in their work.
This exclusive webinar will cover:
• The AOMRC statement
• The Charlie Mayfield Review
• Supporting ICS in implementation
Speaker: Robin Cordell
MBA FRCP FFOM
President of the Faculty of Occupational MedicineRobin Cordell is an accredited specialist in occupational medicine engaged in day to day clinical practice, and in the specialist training of those in the resident posts established in Cordell Health, a social enterprise which provides occupational health services to a wide range of organisations in the public, private and charitable sectors.
Robin has broad experience, including more than 20 years in the Defence Medical Services, as a Past President of the Society of Occupational Medicine (2015/16) and a director of the Council for Work and Health since 2016 (to May 2025). He led the review of the Safe Effective Quality Occupational Health Service (SEQOHS) standards and launch of the new standards, with a focus on outputs and outcomes, in June 2023.
In September 2024, Robin was elected President of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine (FOM). As President of the FOM, Robin is also Chair of the Board of Trustees of the charity, and responsible for strategy and governance. He leads the Faculty team’s engagement in initiatives aimed at improving health at work nationally, and in advancing professional education and standards in occupational health. In all his work, Robin is engaged in promoting workplace health, advising on preventing ill health related to work, and on supporting those with health problems to be sustained in good work.
Chair: Dr Lanre Ogunyemi
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Full session details:
The current two principal consultations on health and work, Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working Green Paper at: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/pathways-to-work-reforming-b... and the Independent report by Sir Charlie Mayfield Keep Britain Working Review: Discovery at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keep-britain-working-review-d... .
We in FOM and SOM will comment on these consultations by 30 May 2025. FOM and SOM will also contribute to a response from the Council for Work and Health, of which both organisations are among the 37 members (as at: https://www.councilforworkandhealth.org.uk/https://www.councilforworkand... ).
FOM is also engaged with those other members of the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges (AoMRC), Royal College of Nursing (RCN) and Allied Health Professionals Federation (AHPF) that brought together the 2025 update on the Healthcare Professionals’ Consensus Statement for Action on Health and Work at: https://www.aomrc.org.uk/publication/2025-healthcare-professionals-conse... . Observations from this group representing the breadth of health professionals across the UK include that the work being led by Sir Charlie Mayfield has a focus of those who are in work, and what can be done by employers to prevent people falling out of work. The principle is good work is good for mental health. The Get Britain Working Green Paper is more focused on those with disabilities; there are concerns that those with mental health conditions in particular might be disadvantaged.
We see these as two different groups, for which different approaches may be appropriate.The publication on 10th March 2025 of the Health Foundation’s Commission for Healthier Working Lives report Action for healthier working lives at: https://www.health.org.uk/reports-and-analysis/reports/action-for-health... draws attention to the lack of a universal standard for occupational health service delivery. SEQOHS is specifically mentioned positively in this context, but the report states that it difficult for employers to identify cost-effective, high-quality support. The centrality of standards will be discussed, to provide assurance that occupational health service delivery is of the right quality and delivers value.
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03 June 2025Webinar
FREE for SOM Members (please log in on the SOM website first).
Session details:
- How might the Equality Act 2010 provisions apply to someone with a neurodiversity?
- Key case law
- One or two case studies depending on what time might permit.Synopsis
It is estimated that 15 to 20% of the UK population is neurodivergent, translating to around 1 in 7 people or 13 million people. These statistics mean that it most workplaces have a significant neurodivergent workforce, whether they are aware of it or not.Awareness around neurodiversity in the workplace has gained significant momentum in recent years. Many individuals do not receive diagnoses until late in their careers, or, even with a diagnosis, they may choose not to declare it to their employer or to their work colleagues. This can create significant issues from a legal, reputational and cultural perspective. We have seen these exemplified in employment tribunal claims relating to neurodiversity discrimination; they often arise from a basic misunderstanding between the neurodivergent employee and their manager, leading to a deterioration of their relationship and resultant dispute which could arguably be prevented through effective management, awareness and training.
Chaired by Professor Nancy Doyle, Emma Bartlett (Partner and employment lawyer from CM Murray LLP), this webinar will be exploring the following topics:
• What is neurodiversity and how does neurodiversity fit into our disability legislation under the Equality Act 2010?
• A review of the case law in this area and lessons to be learned from them.
• Practical tips on recruiting neurodivergent staff.
Speaker bio:Emma Bartlett, Partner, CM Murray LLP
Emma Bartlett is a Partner specialising in employment and partnership law at CM Murray LLP. Emma is also D&I lead at the firm.Emma advises on a varied cross-section of employment law matters, including unlawful discrimination, whistleblowing, equal pay, unfair dismissal, breach of contract, restrictive covenants, protecting confidential information, boardroom and partner disputes and claims under TUPE. She has particular expertise in dispute resolution and litigation, notably discrimination, bonus, whistleblowing and trade union issues. She is a specialist in contentious discrimination matters and handling high-value contentious claims for employers and senior individuals.
Emma acts for employers, senior executives, partners, partnerships, LLP members, LLPs and trade unions/associations. Her broad client base spans several key sectors, including financial services, professional services (including legal and architectural), surgical, pharmaceutical/biotech and design/media. Amongst these clients are a number of growing, dynamic businesses (including UK start-ups), as well as long-established financial institutions.As a litigator, Emma’s knowledge is underpinned by a strategic approach to negotiations – representing clients in the High Court and in tribunal cases, including in obtaining, executing and defending interim injunctions against former employees alleged to have breached confidentiality provisions.
Emma frequently publishes articles and is quoted in relevant trade publications, such as International Employment Lawyer (IEL), and the national press and most recently has spoken on BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme, Radio 5, Radio 2’s Woman’s Hour, LBC and BBC regional news on various employment issues including the use of NDAs/confidentiality clauses, harassment, positive action in recruitment, and the menopause. Emma is also general editor of Thompson Reuters, Employment Precedents and Company Policy Documents and records podcast series relating to board diversity and legal issues faced by women in sport.
Chair: Professor Nancy Doyle
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04 June 2025Webinar
Certificate in Managing Mental Health at Work
Wednesday 4th - Friday 6th June, A virtual course
Mental health issues are amongst the most common, complex and costly problems that OH professionals deal with in the workplace. This practical three-day qualification is designed to give OH professionals the in-depth knowledge, strategies, skills and techniques to successfully manage mental health in the workplace.
Join The At Work Partnership this June, virtually via Zoom, to gain this fantastic qualification that will help you to employ the right strategies, interventions and create a more engaged and productive workforce.
Benefits of attending for you and your organisation
You will gain:
- A comprehensive understanding of the effectiveness of different strategies/interventions that organisations can adopt – so that you can review what will work in your workplace
- Detailed knowledge and practical skills to manage specific cases including an indepth understanding of different conditions
- The ability to assess the severity of a condition and its impact on a person’s job – so that you can recommend the best interventions to put in place for a particular case
- Enhanced skills and knowledge to use during OH consultations and in giving advice to managers
- In-depth understanding of reasonable adjustments in practice
- Advice on tools, resources and action plans
- Guidance on the relevant lawTheir expert speakers:
The team of lecturers on the course have an outstanding level of knowledge and expertise and will use a combination of lectures and group work to ensure that you come away with the detailed knowledge and methods to make a positive impact on the mental health of the employees within your workplace.The course is led by Dr Nerys Williams, and speakers include Dr John Ballard, Dr Paul Litchfield and Prof Diana Kloss. View the full line-up of speakers and programme at the link below.
Click here for full course details and to book online
EARLY BIRD RATE OFFER: Book and pay before 16th April and save £100 + VAT!
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04 June 2025Webinar
https://ariops.org.uk/conference/
The Association of Railway Industry Occupational Practitioners (ARIOPS) is delighted to announce the opening of Registration for this year's ARIOPS Conference and AGM, which will take place online on the afternoon of Wednesday 4th June.
The online event will be recorded so even if you are not available to attend live, you can watch it at your convenience afterwards - for registered delegates only.
Keynote Lecturer for 2025 will be Richard Hines, HM Chief Inspector of the Railways / Director of Railway Safety at the Office of Rail and Road. Other topics for this year include Mental Wellbeing in the Rail Industry, Implementation of the Neil Rail Standard RIS3789 and Mindfulness for Attention and Performance Enhancement in a Train Driver Population.
Come and be part of this year's ARIOPS event which is consistently CPD approved by FOM. Early Registration Fee is £75 (£45 for Trainees and Students). Registration Fees increase after 26th May so book early to secure your place and save.
This event is sponsored by Medigold Health.
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04 June 2025Central Southern England
FOR SOM MEMBERS ONLY £22
We have secured a tour and tasting visit to the Shepherd Neame brewery in Kent on Wed 4th June 2025 at 2PM. This is the oldest brewer in Britain so will be a fasinating experience for members.
No occupational health person is on site, howeve a risk assessment will be shared by the H&S officer.
You are welcome to take photos around the brewery and the tour guide can also inform on number of employees and working hours.
Spaces are limited to the first 14 SOM members to book on.
You can find out more online here https://www.shepherdneame.co.uk/visitor-centre/brewery-tours
SOM Members ONLY. If you are not a member, please join here https://www.som.org.uk/membership
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05 June 2025Webinar
FREE for ALL (please log in on the SOM website first).
Summary of webinar:
COVID-19 Public Inquiry -The experience
In this exclusive webinar professor Dinah Gould will outline the purpose and nature of public inquiries held in the UK, the remit of the Covid Inquiry, and will describe the experience of acting as an expert witness to Module 3 (infection prevention and control).Presenter Bio:
Prof Dinah Gould, FRCNChair: Professor Anne Harriss
FREE for ALL. You will then be sent the joining link.
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09 June 2025Webinar
Certificate in Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) – 2 day qualification
Day one: Monday 9th June (Virtual)
Day two: Thursday 12th June (Birmingham)Course tutor: Dr Roger Cooke, consultant in occupational medicine, and a leading expert in hand-arm vibration syndrome
Do you want to improve the management of HAVs in your workplace? Join The At Work Partnership for a two-day intensive qualification course including examination.
This training for OH professionals examines the requirements for health surveillance for a workforce exposed to hand-transmitted vibration, and the diagnosis and management of an individual with HAVS. It will provide an in-depth understanding of HAVS, and of the OH role in managing issues related to hand-transmitted vibration in the workplace.
The course teaches delegates all aspects of the syllabus for HAVS competence as defined by the FOM including:
- Basic principles
- Legal background
- Workplace assessment
- Health surveillance and clinical assessment
- Occupational health action and adviceDelivered virtually on day one and face-to-face on day 2 in Birmingham, the course will provide a comprehensive understanding of HAVS and the role of OH, enabling qualified OH professionals to clinically assess HAVS-related conditions and to undertake health surveillance.
Who is the training designed for?
This training is designed for OH nurses and doctors, who want to improve their knowledge, skills and competence in HAVS and gain the FOM certificate qualification.
This course forms part of a series of HAVS courses aimed at providing high quality HAVS training for various levels of experience. For beginners, or those new to HAVS, there is a NEW introductory level course specifically for OH technicians and nurses; for those who have already taken the 2-day course, The At Work Partnership also provide a refresher course.
Click here for the full course programme and to book online.
DON’T MISS OUT – Secure your place on the Certificate in HAVS course now!
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11 June 2025Webinar
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) for Occupational Health Technicians & Nurses
Wednesday 11th June - Birmingham
Course tutor: Dr Roger Cooke, consultant in occupational medicine, and a leading expert in hand–arm vibration syndrome
Are you getting started in HAVS? Do you want to improve your confidence, knowledge and skills? For OH technicians and screening nurses with no prior knowledge of HAVS, this new introductory course may meet your needs.
Join The At Work Partnership for this face-to-face one-day training course that provides a solid introduction and significant background knowledge on HAVS to assist OH technicians and screening nurses in their role undertaking delegated tasks for statutory health surveillance.
Course testimonial from previous delegate
“A very worthwhile day, providing informative and relevant content, delivered in an interesting way that will enhance practice” – Occupational Health Nurse
How will attending this training benefit you?
You will gain:
• Detailed background knowledge of hand-transmitted vibration, its health effects and symptoms
• An understanding of your role in undertaking delegated tasks for statutory health surveillance at Tiers 1, 2 or 3, and how you can work under supervision to assist suitably qualified occupational health staff
• Comprehension of the legal requirements relevant for workers exposed to hand-transmitted vibration
• Hands-on, practical experience of how to conduct different assessments for HAVS
• Improved confidence in your HAVS knowledge and skills
Who is the training designed for?
This training is designed for OH technicians and screening nurses that are new to HAVS (little or no experience). Previous experience of HAVS is not essential, but experience in OH is required.
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11 June 2025Webinar
FREE for ALL (please log in on the SOM website first).
This unique webinar on global advocacy for Occupational Health will cover:
- A global alliance for occupational health advocacy – GOSH. Marianne Levitsky – 10 mins
- Occupational Health advocacy leverage points – the UN Sustainable Development Goals and ILO Conventions – tbc – 10 mins
- What does this mean in practice ? The example of Southern Africa – Dr Moyo – 15 mins
- Advocacy tactics and theory of change – a discussion facilitated by Nick Pahl – 25 mins
- Next steps - further regional advocacy webinars and close
Speaker: PROF. D. MOYO
FRCP; FFOM; MFOM; MOHS; MAppMgnt
SPECIALIST OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN
National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe
University of the Witwatersrand, South AfricaChair: Nick Pahl, CEO
FREE for ALL. You will then be sent the joining link.
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12 June 2025London
Lungs At Work: Keeping Up To Date 2025
Thursday 12th June at the National Heart and Lung Institute, London
The Lungs at Work team invite you to attend this one day update event on occupational lung disease. Past events have been a huge success and a unique opportunity to share updates on current and emerging issues in occupational lung disease and engage in discussions with other occupational and respiratory healthcare specialists. Topics covered will include:
- Case studies relevant to your practice
- Update in lung function testing
- Changes in asthma management
- Silicosis in the UK – an emerging epidemic
- An insight into immunology and allergies
- Featured talk from renowned sleep specialist, Dr Alanna HareThe event is accredited by the Royal College of Physicians for 5 CPD points.
View poster here and programme here.
Reserve your place here.