Sound practice, I would do the same.
Anne
Anne Harriss
Professor in Occupational Health
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
On 22/02/2018 13:22, "Tracy" <[log in to unmask]>
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> In my opinion what goes on in the OH consultation is down to the OH nurse. I
> make it clear however that the friend is there for support and not to comment.
> I also advise that where the conversation will remain private as far as I am
> concerned I cannot speak for the friendı. I do point out that no
> conversations should be repeated outside the room. I would put in my notes
> that a colleague friend was present but not in the report as why is that
> necessary ?
>
> If however the friendı became vocal they would be asked to leave. If the
> employee would not continue without the colleague present I would inform
> management why I could not continue with the assessment.
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On 22 Feb 2018, at 18:49, Donna Dixon <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>>
>> Morning Folks
>> Honestly - they just keep coming at the minute!!
>>
>> Your thoughts/comments please:
>>
>> I saw an employee for a client earlier this week for the 2nd time. The
>> employee was accompanied by a friend/colleague, which I don't have any
>> problems with. The colleague did take notes, but assured me it was as an
>> aide memoire for the employee being seen. Again, a good idea as it is a
>> mental health related case (work related).
>>
>> The slight concern I have is:
>>
>> I saw the friend/colleague as a referral recently and the 2 cases are
>> connected.
>>
>> I do know that both employees have been advised not to discuss any work
>> matters with other colleagues. As this is not my issue, my initial thoughts
>> are that I have no need to acknowledge that a friend/colleague was present.
>> if the employer finds out, then it is for them to address this issue with the
>> employees.
>> My question:
>>
>> Do you acknowledge that support was provided at an OH meeting or not in your
>> OH report?
>>
>> The only time I would acknowledge this in my OH report if an interpreter was
>> present with regard to language barrier issues.
>>
>> Thanks guys - hope this makes sense
>> Donna
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