RS Occupational Health offers Lead Medicals, performed by an HSE Appointed Doctor in accordance with The Control of Lead at Work Regulations 2002. Where a risk assessment has identified workers who are at significant risk of exposure to lead then this medical would apply. The initial medical assessment should be carried out before starting work with lead and certainly within 14 working days of that date. At this medical it is necessary to identify the type of the lead the worker will be exposed to. If the worker has had previous exposure, it is helpful for them to bring their records along with them. During the medical the individual’s occupational record, medical history and ability to work with hazardous substances will be assessed. A sample of blood will be taken for measuring blood lead levels as well as other biological indicators to assess lead uptake and toxicity. If the findings are satisfactory then the employee is deemed to be fit to work with lead and arrangements would be made for the next review. The periodic medical assessment should not exceed 12 months and the employer should provide a record of exposure over the period. The frequency of the blood lead screening will depend on the results and the individual’s level of exposure. However, young people (below 18 years of age) and women of reproductive capacity require to be assessed on a 3-monthly basis. Pregnant workers should automatically be withdrawn from working in areas where their potential exposure to lead is significant. To discuss your requirements please do not hesitate to contact us.
Lead Medicals
RS Occupational Health offers Lead Medicals, performed by an HSE Appointed Doctor in accordance with The Control of Lead at Work Regulations 2002. Where a risk assessment has identified workers who are at significant risk of exposure to lead then this medical would apply. The initial medical assessment should be carried out before starting work with lead and certainly within 14 working days of that date. At this medical it is necessary to identify the type of the lead the worker will be exposed to. If the worker has had previous exposure, it is helpful for them to bring their records along with them. During the medical the individual’s occupational record, medical history and ability to work with hazardous substances will be assessed. A sample of blood will be taken for measuring blood lead levels as well as other biological indicators to assess lead uptake and toxicity. If the findings are satisfactory then the employee is deemed to be fit to work with lead and arrangements would be made for the next review. The periodic medical assessment should not exceed 12 months and the employer should provide a record of exposure over the period. The frequency of the blood lead screening will depend on the results and the individual’s level of exposure. However, young people (below 18 years of age) and women of reproductive capacity require to be assessed on a 3-monthly basis. Pregnant workers should automatically be withdrawn from working in areas where their potential exposure to lead is significant. To discuss your requirements please do not hesitate to contact us.