The Health Surveillance Cycle in the Workplace

Introduction

The health surveillance cycle is a critical process for maintaining health and safety standards in the workplace. This guide provides an overview of the cycle, detailing the employer’s responsibilities and the necessary steps to implement effective health surveillance, with active involvement from employees.

Employer’s Role in Health Surveillance

Employers play a central role in every aspect of the health surveillance cycle. From conducting risk assessments to managing performance and interpreting results, the employer’s involvement is crucial for the success of the health surveillance process.

Risk Assessment and Controls

Before initiating health surveillance, employers must conduct thorough risk assessments and establish appropriate controls. This step determines whether health surveillance is needed and helps identify potential health risks in the workplace.

Determining the Need for Health Surveillance