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How can I book an appointment with the Occupational Health Practitioner? What days is the practitioner available and where can I find the office?
You can book an appointment with the practitioner by calling the Phone extension 3282, or email Warrington, occupational-nurse.warrington@syensqo.com. Every Tuesday there is an OH nurse on site available for medicals and advice: 01925 643282. You may find the OH Practitioner's office at the rear of the house near the gatehouse.
- What else does Occupational Health do?
Occupational health will assist you and the company plan a return to work after a long period of illness or injury, however it was sustained. They carry our medical assessments and provide regular bulletins about health and well being.
- Can the Occupational Health Practitioner prescribe my regular medication?
No, the service is not for the prescription of medicines, but for preventative action and health surveillance. It however may be possible to have for instance stitches removed by appointment or dressings changed.
- Is there a health provider at Syensqo?
Yes, Syensqo Warrington has a Medical provider within the Health and Safety Department. SALUS is the name of the Occupational Health Department. Phone: 01925 643282
- If I have any questions about health at work who should I contact?
All questions about work medicine are addressed to the Occupational Health Department: 01925643282
- Does Syensqo provide flu vaccines?
Yes, we provide flu vaccines annually for all employees who want one.
- Can I see the Occupational Health Practitioner during my working hours?
Yes, these are the only hours we provide this service.
- Is it compulsory for companies to have on site Health Provision?
No, it isn't. Syensqo Interox provides this service to its employees voluntarily because it is interested in assisting with the health and wellbeing of its employees.
- What advice does Syensqo Interox give on smoking?
Syensqo Interox Ltd encourages all smokers to seek advice and support in stopping smoking and can offer practical help to those who wish to do so. You should speak to the Occupational Health for further information (Ext 3282).
Syensqo Interox has a non-smoking work environment except for designated smoking areas.
- What are the responsibilities of the Managers in the Smoking Policy?
It is the responsibility of all line managers to ensure that the Policy & Procedures are: Communicated to all employees Understood by all employees Effectively implement and complied with at all times.
- What are the objectives and scope of the Smoking Policy?
Syensqo Interox Ltd recognises the dangers of smoking and passive smoking as well as the difficulties faced by long-term smokers. This policy is not devised to victimise smokers but to eliminate employee exposure to environmental smoke.
Syensqo Interox Ltd is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all employees. Syensqo Interox Ltd only allows its employees, contractors and visitors to smoke in designated area on site. The practices with respect to smoking are developed to meet the commitment to employee's health.
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