Dear Ann
All our clients have a copy of the report, this was agreed with HR soon
after my appointment.
Clare
Kate Venables wrote:
>
> resist! Kate
>
> >>> [log in to unmask] 07/02/04 16:48:32 >>>
> Hi every one
> I work for an OH provider as an OHA and am having a problem with an HR
> manager. When seeing an employee as a management referral i discuss
> with
> the person what i am going to put in the management report and then
> get
> them to sign a consent form for me to prepare the report and ask them
> if
> they want a copy.(this is OH company procedure) The HR manager has
> informed
> me that i must not discuss the content of the report with the employee
> and
> must not offer or give them a copy. He may give a copy after meeting
> them
> but at his discretion only and he may chatge for this. He informs me
> that
> this is not contravention of the data protection act and he has
> consulted a
> barrister via the EEF.He has also informed me if he wants a dr report
> he
> will gain consent for me, without me seeing the employee which i also
> disagree with. I have looked at the RCN confidentiality for OHN's and
> been
> in contact with Carol Bannister. ANy one else experienced this or what
> are
> your views or advise.
> Thanks Ann
>
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Occupational Health & Safety Unit
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University Of Wales
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