Occupational vaccinations for workplace exposure risks.
Occupational vaccinations can help protect employees who face an increased risk of infectious disease because of their working environment or duties. Where vaccination is medically appropriate, a workplace programme can provide protection for employees with an identified exposure risk.
The vaccination programme should be based on the hazards present in the workplace and the employee groups that may be exposed, helping to keep it relevant to the operation and its workforce.
Planning employee vaccinations.
A workplace vaccination programme may be suitable where employees come into contact with biological hazards, contaminated materials or environments with an identified infectious disease risk.
Planning the programme may involve considering:
- The nature of the occupational exposure
- Employee groups that could be affected
- Previous vaccination information
- Individual medical suitability
- Dose and follow-up requirements
- Confidential recordkeeping
Employees should receive appropriate information about the vaccination and any follow-up doses that may be needed. A healthcare professional must also consider individual medical factors before administering the vaccine.
Occupational Vaccinations.
Vaccination should form part of the employer’s approach to managing biological hazards. Suitable hygiene practices, exposure controls and procedures for responding to occupational contact with infectious material remain important within the workplace.
We include occupational vaccinations within our broader occupational health services. Programmes can be coordinated for employee groups and planned around the organisation’s operating schedule.
Vaccinations can be provided at our clinics or arranged on site when this suits the programme and workforce requirements.