Employees with epilepsy: good-practice guidance

A new guidance booklet is available that covers the effects of epilepsy and illustrates best practice on helping employees to cope with the condition in the workplace. 

• Employees with epilepsy: good-practice guidance Full of relevant and practical information, a new booklet explains what employers need to know about epilepsy and the workplace, how best to support staff and how to maximise the benefits of working with occupational health services. 

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Fits, faints and blackouts: the role of occupational health Workers who are at risk of passing out suddenly or who suffer from frequent fitting can be a danger to themselves and others. Occupational health teams can help manage these afflictions in order to minimise the associated risks. 

Epilepsy at work Stress-induced conditions such as epilepsy need not rule people out of high-pressure jobs, provided the correct risk assessment procedures are followed. 

Good practice: Disability This section of the HR & Compliance Centre good practice manual discusses the key actions and considerations for establishing disability-confident workplaces, so that disabled people are employed productively for their skills and expertise.