Hi Karen,
Our mortuary attendants have yearly spirometry, usual immunisations check (hep B etc), and depending on what they will be doing, HAVS paper screens and possibly full HAVS assesments depending on if they are using power tools.
Hope that helps
Emma
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Subject: Re: [OCC-HEALTH] Mortuary Attendants
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Date: Tuesday, 10 August, 2010, 9:50
Hi Karen
I would suggest that you start by considering the chemicals that they use for embalming. The risk and safety phrases on the material data sheets should indicate what kind of health surveillance is required. I suspect that they will be exposed to substances similar to formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a sensitising agent therefore skin and respiratory surveillance. They will be exposed to infectious materials including body fluids so protection against BBV will also be necessary.
As a starting point consider them along the lines of people who work in theatre. Have a look in the “Green Book” in relation to immunisations.
Best
Anne
On 10/8/10 09:32, "Karen Scott" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
Dear List
We have just found out we have 2 mortuary attendants under our care.
Can anyone advise on the type of health surveillance required?
Many thanks
Kind Regards
Karen
Karen Scott
Occupational Health Advisor
01902 554049
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