Who We Help:
Employers
We help you meet your legal obligations
and maintain a healthy, productive workforce.
Your Legal Obligations as an Employer
Employers are responsible for meeting a variety of legal standards to ensure workplace safety and compliance, including:
By staying informed, understanding risk, and implementing effective processes, you can manage liability and protect your workforce.
High-Risk Industries
We Support
Every industry has its own inherent risks, but some industries face greater challenges than others. Our expertise spans various sectors, including, but not limited to:
Construction
The construction industry is known for its high rate of claims related to serious injuries. With its unique hazards—heavy equipment, vehicles, uneven surfaces, work at heights, noise exposure, and psychosocial challenges—health and safety remain top priorities.
When illness or injury occurs, having an expert readily available can make all the difference. Our dedicated team is here to assist both your workers and your organisation in achieving the best possible outcomes.
Health Care and Social Assistance
The healthcare and social assistance sector involves managing complex psychosocial interactions, dealing with bodily fluids, and addressing awkward postures—all while supporting an ageing workforce. This combination places the industry among the top 10 for serious claims.
It’s important to remember that getting older doesn’t automatically mean workers cannot perform their roles; however, it can mean they require more time to recover. Our physicians understand the nuances of ageing and its impact on recovery times. We also collaborate with Guardian Exercise Rehabilitation to facilitate a smooth transition back to work, ensuring your employees regain the fitness they need.
When incidents, illnesses, or injuries arise, it’s crucial to offer your workers timely access to appropriate treatment. Our range of telemedicine and in-clinic services ensures that they receive the care they need when they need it.
Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry experiences a high rate of serious claims for work-related injuries and illnesses. Common hazards in manufacturing include manual handling, slips, trips, and falls, working with dangerous machinery and equipment, exposure to hazardous chemicals, and noise pollution. Given that manufacturing encompasses a variety of sub-industries, the specific risks can vary significantly depending on what is being produced.
Transport
The transport industry often involves lengthy periods of sitting, navigating traffic, and spending time away from family, which can be taxing on workers’ well-being. Time constraints frequently limit opportunities for exercise, healthy eating, and support from team members. Additionally, unloading and reloading cargo adds physical demands.
Industry initiatives like Healthy Heads in Trucks and Sheds provide resources aimed at enhancing workplace well-being. However, your organisation may still require expert guidance to navigate specific challenges.
For instance, with the rise of medicinal cannabis, it’s essential to review your alcohol and drug policies. Do you have effective processes in place to ensure that drivers in safety-critical roles are fit to perform their duties?
Simple slips, falls, or strains can happen anywhere—but what if a driver is far from base? Do you have a strategy in place to manage these scenarios? Have you considered the benefits of telemedicine?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, our free audit tool is an excellent starting point to assess your current situation and develop a tailored health plan.
Our Services
Our customised services are designed to meet the unique needs of your organisation, ensuring the health and well-being of your workforce:
Injury Management
Rapid, expert-led injury advice and management, helping you to respond effectively to workplace injuries and support worker recovery.
Telemedicine
Immediate and accessible healthcare through telehealth consultations, ensuring timely medical advice and follow-up care, no matter where you are.
Alcohol and Drug Management & Certified MRO Services
Comprehensive programs to manage alcohol and/or drug use in the workplace, including testing and monitoring. We deliver Certified MRO services for interpretation of results to ensure safety, compliance, and actionable outcomes.
Employment Medicals
Pre-employment and routine medical assessments designed to evaluate fitness for work and ensure a healthy workforce.
Occupational and Environmental Medical Consultancy
Providing expert advice on occupational health, from designing health surveillance processes to investigating workplace incidents.
Health Surveillance
Ongoing monitoring of employee health to identify and manage workplace health risks, for those working with hazardous substances. We identify and manage workplace health risks ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
On The Right Track® Assessments
Assessing the progress of injured or ill workers, identifying potential barriers to recovery, and recommending strategies to expedite return to work.
Health Improvement Plans
Medically guided plans to help employees manage health issues that impact their work, ensuring better health outcomes and productivity.
Book an Appointment
Get in touch with us today to take the first step towards a healthier workforce.
Ready to Enhance Your Workplace Health?
Phoenix Occupational Medicine makes it easy to book an appointment. Whether you prefer a telehealth consultation or an in-clinic visit, our team is here to support you.