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We are the UK organisation for healthcare professionals working in or with an interest in occupational health (OH).
SOM is concerned with the protection of the health of people in the workplace, the prevention of occupational injuries and disease and related environmental issues.

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SOM hosts webinars on key topics of interest to Occupational Health professionals. Search and register for past and upcoming webinars here.

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Resources

Browse our resources on OH. This section provides healthcare professionals and businesses with an A to Z of information.
 

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SOM’s free open-to all directory of UK and international occupational health (OH) companies is below. The  directory includes details of the OH companies quality certifications, services offered and direct contact  details.

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Events

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SOM Leadership Conference 2026 - In-person attendance
08 October 2026
London
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SOM Leadership Conference 2026 - Online attendance
08 October 2026
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Propel Solutions - Mastering Occupational Health Report Writing
10 October 2026
London
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Health Partners Academy - Ill-Health Retirement Training Course
14 October 2026
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Burrow Hill Cider & Brandy Farm Tour - Somerset
14 October 2026
S Wales and W of England
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Propel Solutions - Health Surveillance Essentials
17 October 2026
London
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Driving medical fitness standards
19 October 2026
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The At Work Partnership - Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) 2-day course and examination
20 October 2026
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Media

See below for our latest news, webinar and blog releases. Click explore to visit our new media page and find out what's going on in the world of OH.

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SOM Occupational Health Awards 2026 - now open!

The SOM Occupational Health Awards showcase occupational health – demonstrating its value to organisations and the wider community. Entries for the 2026 awards are now open! Do apply! Please complete…

Britain 'waiting until people are too sick to work' as sickness economy grows, SOM warns

Britain is waiting until people are too sick to work before giving them the support that could keep them in employment, SOM has warned, stating that the delayed use of occupational health services is…

SOM Position Statement on Mental Health and Work

SOM has today published a Position Statement on Mental Health and Work. SOM welcomes the progress made in reducing stigma surrounding mental ill health in the UK, however, we are keen that greater…
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Running an independent OH service as an independent Nurse

Scaling neurodiversity provision: a triage model

OH in the NHS webinar series - mental health OH support for the NHS

Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCEs)

A framework for managing the sudden and unexpected death of a colleague in the primary care setting

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Egg freezing as an employee benefit: Reproductive health theatre or a signal of genuine support?

Guest blog by Ruth Abrams and Lilith Whiley The renewed Women’s health strategy acknowledges the need to strengthen support for women at work. Alongside the Employment Rights Act 2025, which enhanced…

Occupational health as an early warning system

Guest blog by Emily Pearson, Founder and CEO, Wellbeing Lead Academy Occupational health often sees the consequences of work long before the board sees the pattern. By the time an employee reaches…

Mentoring into occupational health: why now is the time to step in

Guest blog by Janet O'Neill Many clinicians are curious about occupational health (OH) but understandably are unsure how to take the first step. OH is a specialty that many encounter only briefly…
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"The SOM has been invaluable in helping me develop my occupational health practice and skills. It's my first source of information on relevant courses and new opportunities."
Dr Charles Miranda, Occupational Health Advisor
"I'm absolutely delighted to be a member of SOM with helpful resources to support me in my day to day work in OH. The team are very supportive in providing archived material. I recently revalidated accessing material from webinars I regularly listen to. Having access to the SOM journal is another very helpful resource"
Tessa Dissanayake