Occupational health is the promotion and maintenance of physical and mental wellbeing of employees. This is reinforced by the Health and Safety Executive which concentrates on the provision of a safe and healthy workplace where the welfare of staff is a major factor. Some employers run occupational health departments staffed with medical professionals on hand to treat, advise and/or educate staff. Other employers use a range of externally provided services and health insurances as part of an occupational health strategy.

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