Health surveillance refers to legally required health checks that arise from workplace risk assessments. When hazards are identified in the working environment, health surveillance is used to monitor the potential impact those risks may have on employees’ health.

Its primary aim is to protect workers by identifying early signs of work-related illness or adverse health changes. It also helps employers assess whether existing control measures are effective and provides valuable data to manage workplace risks. Health surveillance is not the same as health screening or wellbeing checks, it is a statutory requirement and a key part of an effective occupational health programme.

At Essential Medicals, we make workplace health surveillance straightforward. The process begins with identifying workplace hazards through risk assessments, which determine the types of health checks your employees need.

Once the requirements are established, we can set up a tailored health surveillance programme. Our system keeps track of each employee’s surveillance schedule and automatically produces all certificates required.

We can organise clinics at your workplace or at one of our sites, whichever is most convenient. Our trained occupational health staff carry out all assessments, issue certificates, schedule follow-ups, and manage any necessary onward referrals.