Tailored Occupational Health Solutions
Enhancing employee health & wellbeing with solutions tailored to your business.
50+ years in occupational health
Established 1975 as a charitable trust, and since 1996 as a private limited company — delivering OH services across commerce and the public sector nationally, from our Milton Keynes head office.
A structured approach across the whole employee lifecycle
Providing a balanced approach to support both the employee and the manager in decision-making — from pre-employment through to leaving the business.
Phase 1 · Managing Retention & Wellbeing
Onboard employees seamlessly into the business, defining ongoing support and wellbeing — safely integrating new hires and maintaining the health of the existing workforce to build a foundation of sustained performance.
Confirm fitness for the role
Health questionnaires, guidance on reasonable adjustments, health surveillance needs defined, vaccination status checked for at-risk roles.
Phase 2 · Health, Productivity & Resilience
Maintain and develop a healthy workforce, reducing costs and improving productivity — proactively managing health-related challenges to ensure operational continuity and support employees through periods of change.
Early, proactive consultations
Consultations with qualified OH nurses and physicians, fitness-to-return assessments, return-to-work plans, and concise reports on prognosis.
Our Services
Comprehensive occupational health and wellbeing solutions tailored for your business needs.
See how a tailored approach from MKOH can help
See how a tailored approach from MKOH can support your employees and your business by delivering all your occupational health needs.
Mental health & wellbeing support
It has never been more important to support employees with their mental health and wellbeing — see how MKOH can support you in doing so.
A personal service, nationally
Direct contacts for our team — no call centres.
MKOH works in partnership with HR, line managers and health & safety teams to provide a cost-effective means of meeting your legal requirements — a tailored, flexible service with full support on and off site, resulting in reduced sickness absence, better staff morale, efficiency, productivity and retention.
Comprehensive solutions across the employee journey
Comprehensive solutions for employee health through their journey in your business.
Health Screening
Getting the management of your employees right from the outset sets the foundation for ongoing health & wellbeing, ensuring employees remain safe and productive in whatever role they're asked to do.
- Establishes whether the individual is fit for the role
- Enables adjustments to ensure the employee can fulfil the role
- Identifies health issues that may become a problem later on
- Manages risks for Night and Lone workers, with risk assessments where required
- Confirms employees have correct immunisations if required for their role
Sickness Absence Management
Undertaken by an OH Physician/Nurse face to face or via our online portal, delivering:
- A concise summary of relevant medical issues and their occupational impact
- Clear direction on rehabilitation plans and workplace adjustments
- Prognosis and likely return-to-work date
- A clear separation of employee perception versus clinical opinion
- Summary recommendations supported by medical evidence
- A clear list of actions for the individual to aid their own recovery
- Onward referral to other services where needed
Neurodiversity Support
Practical, individualised support for neurodivergent employees — including those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia and dyspraxia — delivered as part of our Occupational Health referral process.
- Workplace adjustment recommendations tailored to the individual
- Guidance for managers on supporting neurodivergent team members
Health Surveillance
A tailored programme of medicals to suit each business, ensuring employee health is monitored and ill health detected early, with fully interpreted results, reports and recalls managed.
- Skin Assessment
- Lung function test (Spirometry)
- Hearing tests (Audiometry)
- Vision tests (Snellen, Keystone, Ishihara)
- Hand Arm Vibration
- Fitness tests (Step Test and Treadmill)
- Drug & Alcohol Testing
- Facefit testing
- Musculoskeletal Checks
Safety Critical & Driver Medicals
Flexible medical content agreed at booking, covering roles including crane operators, roadside and plant operators, confined spaces and work at height, and FLT drivers — plus specialist driver medicals to Group 2 standards for HGV, taxi, racing and emergency vehicle drivers.
Workplace & Workstation Assessment
Where display screen equipment is used continuously for an hour or more, employers must carry out a workstation assessment. MKOH can support internal teams or lead the assessment — typically questionnaire, then remote virtual support, then on-site medical support — covering equipment, furniture and work conditions, with a written report on practical changes.
Specialist Medicals & Support
- Asbestos — licensed (2-yearly) and non-licensed (3-yearly) medicals and certification
- Oil & Gas — OGUK registered physician, mandatory medicals for offshore employees, seafarers and divers, renewed every two years
- Hand Arm Vibration — full Tier 1–4 support from questionnaire through to OH Physician assessment
- Pension & Ill Health Retirement — Primary or Independent (IQMP) assessments for public and private sector schemes
- Occupational Vaccines & Influenza Programme — tailored vaccination programmes for higher-risk occupations
Fully Managed OH Solution
Our experienced team can define your OH needs, implement our bespoke online portal and OH software, provide regular account management, run a fully or partially managed surveillance programme with diary and recall support, and offer case conferences and regular medical support.
Wellbeing Services
The majority of most days are spent in the working environment, which plays a large role in overall wellbeing.
- Wellbeing Support — aligning OH initiatives with company wellbeing programmes to reduce absenteeism
- Wellbeing Medicals — ongoing support, with male and female specialist provision
- Counselling — telephone, face to face or online, via EAP or specialist support
Employee Assistance Programme
Confidential support for the daily life challenges employees face, giving them somewhere to turn beyond the immediate workplace.
- Confidential support — for personal or day-to-day life challenges, alongside specialist services
- Counselling — by telephone, face to face or online
- Part of your wider wellbeing offer — works alongside Wellbeing Support and Wellbeing Medicals
Toolbox Talks
Short, practical talks — typically 10 to 15 minutes — delivered on-site by an experienced OH clinician or technician, alongside a visit or as a standalone session. Several can be aligned with national health campaigns.
- Physical Risk & Health Surveillance — noise, HAVS, respiratory health, dermatitis, manual handling, DSE and vision
- Fitness, Substances & Process — pre-employment health, drugs & alcohol, understanding an OH referral
- National Health Checks — blood pressure & heart health, women’s health, men’s health
- Mental Health & Wellbeing — awareness, neurodiversity, stress & resilience, menopause, sleep & fatigue
- Role-Specific — working at height / safety-critical roles, travel health & vaccinations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is occupational health?
Occupational health is a field of healthcare that focuses on the physical, mental, and social well-being of workers. Its main goal is to prevent work-related illnesses and injuries, promote health, and support employees in remaining fit for their jobs.
Why is occupational health important?
- Reduces workplace injuries and illnesses
- Improves productivity and job satisfaction
- Ensures legal compliance with health and safety regulations
- Supports employee well-being and retention
What does an occupational health assessment involve?
An occupational health assessment is not the same as a regular medical check-up. It usually includes:
- Reviewing health conditions that may affect work
- Checking if work activities may worsen existing health problems
- Recommending adjustments (e.g., flexible hours, ergonomic equipment)
- Supporting safe return-to-work after illness or injury
Do I need to share my full medical history?
No. You only need to share health information relevant to your work. Occupational health professionals keep information confidential and only share recommendations with your employer (e.g., 'employee may need adjusted duties'), not detailed diagnoses.
Can occupational health declare me unfit for work?
Occupational health does not 'hire or fire.' They provide advice and recommendations. Employers use this advice to make decisions about adjustments, redeployment, or in some cases, fitness for certain safety-critical roles.
What common services are provided by occupational health?
- Health surveillance (e.g., hearing, lung function tests, skin checks)
- Pre-employment or fitness-for-work assessments
- Vaccinations (e.g., flu, hepatitis B)
- Stress management and mental health support
- Return-to-work planning
- Ergonomic and workplace risk assessments
What is health surveillance and when is it needed?
Health surveillance is ongoing health monitoring for workers exposed to risks such as noise, vibration, dust, or chemicals. It is legally required if risks cannot be fully controlled and exposure could harm health.
Are occupational health records confidential?
Yes. Records are confidential medical files held by occupational health professionals. Employers only receive relevant recommendations about adjustments or restrictions, not personal medical details.
How can occupational health help with mental health issues at work?
- Advising on reasonable adjustments (e.g., flexible hours, reduced workload)
- Recommending access to counselling or Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
- Supporting return-to-work after stress, anxiety, or depression
- Promoting workplace wellbeing initiatives
What should I expect from a return-to-work assessment?
The occupational health practitioner will:
- Review your medical situation
- Assess whether you're ready to return safely
- Recommend phased return, lighter duties, or adjustments if needed
- Communicate only necessary recommendations to your employer
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Get to know us
MKOH, a leading provider of all aspects of occupational health to organisations of all sizes across the United Kingdom, has been providing OH services for more than 50 years across a wide spectrum of industry, commerce and the public sector — bringing the width and depth of experience and skill, together with a proactive approach to meeting your organisation's needs.
We have been established since 1975, both as a charitable trust and, since 1996, as a private limited company.
Our flexible peripatetic approach ensures we can tailor a specific experience for your requirements, enabling you to fulfil your occupational health obligations as an employer and ensuring the right support for your staff at all stages of their engagement with your business.
A personal service, no call centres
Our team take great pride in delivering a personal service on a national basis, ensuring client companies are provided with direct contacts for our team — which in turn helps us work with your company to support and develop the OH services we deliver for you.
A professional service from an experienced company — delivering real bottom line savings to your organisation.
Our philosophy
MKOH's approach is to deliver our services — particularly our OH Nurse and Technician-based work — through our own employed individuals. To support our peripatetic staff, we have built a network of similarly-minded organisations around the UK and Ireland that we can work with to support our customers. Either approach is always managed from our head office to ensure a consistent and quality service, with a consistent contact point or on-site team building good communications and working relationships with the operations team.
Our vision
Mutual Respect
We treat everyone with respect, fairness and courtesy, recognising the need to balance personal and business lives.
Know Your Customer
We understand our customers and look after their interests as if they were our own.
One Firm
We act as one firm, treating our customers as though they were our own staff, with a holistic approach to the services we provide.
Healthcare Experts
We aim to be a leading occupational health solution provider, embracing change and always seeking better ways of doing things.
Quality & standards
Mindful Employer
We're a supporter of the Mindful Employer initiative, which recognises businesses committed to supporting the mental health of their staff.
SEQOHS standards
We work to the standards set out by SEQOHS (Safe, Effective, Quality Occupational Health Service) — the recognised quality framework for UK occupational health providers.
Stay in touch
Join our team
We're always glad to hear from experienced OH professionals — and right now we have a specific role open.
Occupational Health Nurse Advisor
Join our team of OH professionals in a varied role combining clinic-based work at our Milton Keynes head office with visits to customer sites across the region — covering everything from management referrals to health surveillance and travel health advice.
What you'll be doing
- Management referrals — face to face, online and by telephone
- Health surveillance
- Health screening
- Influenza and travel vaccinations & advice
About you
- A qualified Occupational Health Nurse/Advisor
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
- Computer literate
- Able to contribute to the quality and documentation of our standards and procedures
You'll report to our Clinical Lead and Operational Lead.
Sessional Nurses & Technicians
We're always glad to hear from self-employed Occupational Health Nurses, Physicians and Technicians across the UK looking for sessional or ad-hoc work as part of our national network of partners.
Get in contact to discuss OH services for your business
Fill in the form below if you would like one of our staff to contact you to discuss OH services for your business — we would love to see how we could work with you!
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First Aid Training
Regulated first aid qualifications, delivered on your site or at a local training centre by our accredited training partner — so your people’s first aid cover sits alongside the occupational health support you already trust us for.
Course comparison
| Course | Duration | Group size | Best suited to | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appointed PersonTheory only | 2 hours | Up to 16 | Lower-risk workplaces where a full first aider isn’t required, but someone needs to take charge of arrangements | — | POA |
| Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)FAA Level 3 / SCQF Level 6 | 1 day (6 hrs) | Up to 12 | The HSE minimum standard for most workplaces identified as lower risk | 3 years | POA |
| First Aid at Work (FAW)FAA Level 3 / SCQF Level 6 | 3 days (18 hrs) | Up to 12 | Higher-risk workplaces or larger teams needing fully trained first aiders | 3 years | POA |
| Basic Life Support & AEDFAA Level 3 | 2.5 hours | Up to 12 | A fast, focused refresher in CPR and safe AED use for any team | 3 years | POA |
Prices available on enquiry. All qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and/or SQA Accreditation and delivered by MKOH’s approved training partner. Certificate validity and entry requirements shown are indicative — full terms confirmed at time of booking.
How it works
- Get in touch and tell us which teams need cover, and how many people
- We match you to the right course, group size and dates — on-site or at a local venue
- Your team trains and certifies with a nationally regulated qualification
Why train through MKOH
- One point of contact alongside your existing occupational health support
- Regulated, HSE-compliant qualifications — not a generic in-house certificate
- Flexible scheduling, including delivery at your own premises
- Group rates available for larger teams
Full course details & syllabus
Reference detail for each course listed above.
Appointed Person
Where an employer’s assessment of first aid needs identifies that a First Aider or Emergency First Aider is not necessary, the minimum requirement is to appoint a person to take charge of first aid arrangements — looking after equipment and facilities, and calling the emergency services when required.
What’s covered: legislation, equipment and facilities, responsibilities, accident reporting, risk assessment of first aid needs.
Certification: certificate of attendance issued to all who attend — not an Ofqual/SQA regulated qualification.
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
Where a workplace first aid risk assessment identifies a need for an Emergency First Aider, this one-day qualification meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 (and the Northern Ireland 1982 equivalent).
Certification: 3-year qualification, subject to ongoing practical assessment; HSE recommends an annual 3-hour refresher.
FAA Level 3 (RQF) 603/2080/1 · SCQF Level 6 R529 04
First Aid at Work (FAW)
Where a workplace first aid risk assessment identifies a need for a fully trained First Aider, this three-day qualification meets the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, to the highest level of first aid training.
Certification: 3-year Level 3 Award, subject to daily practical assessment plus a written assessment for Unit 2.
FAA Level 3 (RQF) 603/2081/3 · SCQF Level 6 R528 04
Basic Life Support & AED
Provides the knowledge and practical competence to recognise and treat adults who have become unresponsive, including those who may have suffered a cardiac arrest — responding quickly, calmly and confidently with life-saving treatment.
Certification: 3-year Ofqual/SQA regulated qualification, assessed by practical demonstration and oral questioning.
FAA Level 3 Award in BLS & AED (RQF)
Ready to get your team certified?
Tell us how many people need cover and we’ll recommend the right course, group size and dates — delivered on-site or at a local venue, alongside the occupational health support you already have with MKOH.
Privacy Policy
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We have adopted this Privacy Policy, which determines how we are processing the information collected by www.mkoh.co.uk, which also provides the reasons why we must collect certain personal data about you. Therefore, you must read this Privacy Policy before using the www.mkoh.co.uk website.
We take care of your personal data and undertake to guarantee its confidentiality and security.
Personal information we collect
When you visit www.mkoh.co.uk, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the installed cookies on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the Site, and how you interact with the Site. We refer to this automatically-collected information as “Device Information.” Moreover, we might collect the personal data you provide to us (including but not limited to name, surname, address, payment information, etc.) during registration to be able to fulfil the agreement.
Why do we process your data?
Our top priority is customer data security, and, as such, we may process only minimal user data, only as much as is absolutely necessary to maintain the website. Information collected automatically is used only to identify potential cases of abuse and establish statistical information regarding website usage. This statistical information is not otherwise aggregated in such a way that it would identify any particular user of the system.
You can visit the website without telling us who you are or revealing any information by which someone could identify you as a specific, identifiable individual. If, however, you wish to use some of the website's features, or you wish to receive our newsletter or provide other details by filling in a form, you may provide personal data to us, such as your email, first name, last name, city of residence, organisation, and telephone number. You can choose not to provide us with your personal data, but then you may not be able to take advantage of some of the website's features — for example, you won't be able to receive our newsletter or contact us directly from the website. Users who are uncertain about what information is mandatory are welcome to contact us via hello@mkoh.co.uk.
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- The right to erasure.
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We secure information you provide on computer servers in a controlled, secure environment, protected from unauthorised access, use, or disclosure. We keep reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorised access, use, modification, and disclosure of personal data in its control and custody. However, no data transmission over the internet or a wireless network can be guaranteed.
Legal disclosure
We will disclose any information we collect, use or receive if required or permitted by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, and when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.
Contact information
If you would like to contact us to understand more about this policy or wish to contact us concerning any matter relating to your individual rights and your personal information, you may send an email to hello@mkoh.co.uk.
Telephone: 01908 262464
Email: hello@mkoh.co.uk
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Contact information
Telephone: 01908 262464
Email: hello@mkoh.co.uk