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Occupational health regulation changes more than most people working under it realise. This is where we track what's new, what's coming, and what employers and workers need to do about it.
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OEUK
What the 2025 OEUK medical standard changes mean for offshore workers
The 2025 OEUK guidelines update brought in Issue 8, which has introduced specific rules regarding maximum weight offshore and mid-cycle certificate invalidation . Here's exactly what changed and what offshore workers in Scotland need to know before their next renewal.
GWO
GWO medical requirements: what wind technicians in Scotland need to know
GWO medicals confirm a technician is fit for working at height and in offshore wind environments. This guide covers the assessment components, how long certification lasts, and where to get it done in Tayside.
Health Surveillance
When does your workforce need health surveillance? A plain guide for employers
Health surveillance is a legal requirement under COSHH and noise regulations for many Scottish employers. This article outlines which roles trigger the obligation and what a compliant programme looks like.
Regulation Update
Chester Step Test: what it measures and how to prepare
The Chester Step Test assesses cardiovascular fitness as part of OEUK and some GWO medicals. We explain how the test is conducted, the fitness thresholds that apply, and how workers can prepare ahead of their appointment.
OEUK
OEUK vs GWO medical — which does your worker need?
OEUK and GWO medicals have different scopes, durations, and renewal cycles. This guide helps coordinators and workers identify the right certification for their role before booking an appointment in Dundee.
Renewables
Health surveillance for construction sites in Tayside — your legal obligations
Construction employers in Angus, Perth, and Fife must provide health surveillance for workers exposed to noise, vibration, and hazardous substances. This article sets out what the law requires and how to put a compliant scheme in place.
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