You suspended an employee and had arranged a disciplinary hearing. However, he produced a GP’s note claiming that he was too stressed to attend. You re-arranged it and the same thing happened. What
can you do?
Published 16.06.2005
Employers who need help dealing with health conditions and sickness absence are now able to access the advice section of the new Fit for Work service. What’s on offer?
Published 30.01.2015
You’ve received a fit note from an employee but disagree with the doctor’s assessment and recommendations. Are you obliged to follow what’s been said or can you challenge the advice?
Published 22.04.2016
You may already be aware of the benefits of using occupational health support to manage complicated employee health problems. But once you’ve appointed an advisor, how can you ensure that you get
value for money?
Published 03.04.2008
A subscriber’s employee injured his back and cannot carry out his normal duties. They came up with a proposal for temporary light duties, but he rejected it. Must they continue paying him company
sick pay, or do they have other options?
Published 14.06.2007
You’ve referred an employee to an independent medical professional whose report has concluded that they aren’t disabled under the Equality Act 2010. Is their opinion sufficient for you to defend a
disability discrimination claim?
Published 20.11.2014
Whilst many employers tend to favour occupational health advisors (OHAs) over GPs, you still have to do some legwork. So could an “OH case management” service provider be the answer?
Published 14.05.2012
You’ve noticed that one of your employees is regularly taking an odd day’s sickness absence here and there. What’s the best way to tackle this short-term sickness absence problem?
Published 15.05.2023
An employee has returned to work after a week’s holiday abroad. Unfortunately, they were struck down with a bug on their arrival and weren’t able to enjoy the sun, sea and sand. Must you
automatically recredit their holiday?
Published 20.09.2023
Can you suspend an employee on medical grounds if they’re stressed and refusing to co-operate over a referral to a medical advisor? If so, under what circumstances and how do you go about it?
Published 18.09.2008