Commonly during an interview you will be asked about your current health status, but how do you know whether they are being honest with the information they disclose? Here are 3 ways to ensure workers disclose their pre-existing health issues.
It is crucial for employers to ensure that workers are aware of the requirements of the position they are being employed for so they are able to decide whether they are fit for the positon.
Employers need to make the candidate aware that failing to disclose of any health information, can and will lead to disciplanry action which includes dismissal.
Under health and safety laws, workers have a duty to take reasonable care to prevent injuring themselves.
As an employer you need to make your employees aware that they have an obligation to advise you when they are not fit for work and to disclose any health treatments they are receiving and whether adjustments need to be made in the workplace.
3 ways to ensure you are being told about any health issues prior to
employment:
1. Conduct a Pre-Employement Screening for potential candidates to sign and
have it attached to the job description.
2. Make sure the assessing Health Professional is aware of the job description and to limit their response to be specifically for the job.
3. Ensure your Policies & Procedures are clear and have constant disclosure of your workers health status when it affects their usual duties in the role.
For support or advice, please contact our people specialists for assistance.