Health Surveillance
At Flex Health, we provide comprehensive Health Surveillance Services designed to help employers identify workplace health risks, protect workers, and meet their legal obligations under UK Health and Safety Law.
Health Surveillance plays a critical role in protecting employee health where workers are exposed to certain hazards within the workplace. Through structured monitoring, ongoing health checks, and workplace-specific assessments, Health Surveillance helps identify early signs of work related ill health before more serious problems develop.
Delivered nationwide through our experienced occupational health teams and mobile health surveillance units, our wider Occupational Health Services support organisations across a wide range of industries, helping them maintain safe working environments and protect long-term workforce health.
What Is Health Surveillance?
Health Surveillance is a structured process of ongoing health checks used to monitor employees exposed to workplace hazards that may affect their health over time.
It is designed to:
- Identify early signs of work related ill health
- Detect identifiable disease at an early stage
- Monitor the effects of workplace exposure
- Assess whether workplace control measures are effective
- Support employers in meeting legal requirements
Health Surveillance is required where risk assessment identifies exposure to substances hazardous to health or other specific health risks linked to the working environment.
At Flex Health, our Health Surveillance programme is tailored to the specific needs of each organisation and workforce.
When Is Health Surveillance Required?
Under UK Health and Safety Law, employers are legally required to carry out Health Surveillance where employees are exposed to certain workplace hazards, and there is a reasonable likelihood that exposure could harm health.
Health Surveillance may be required where employees are exposed to:
- Substances hazardous to health under COSHH regulations
- Excessive workplace noise
- Vibrating tools
- Dust, fumes, or biological agents
- Chemicals and airborne hazards
- Skin irritants or respiratory sensitisers
- Lead or other harmful substances
Where surveillance is required, employers must ensure appropriate and regular health checks and monitoring are carried out to protect workers and reduce health risks.
Why Is Health Surveillance Important?
Effective Health Surveillance helps employers identify health issues early, often before symptoms become severe or long-term ill health develops.
This supports:
- Early detection of occupational illness
- Improved workplace health and safety
- Better protection for employees
- Reduced risk of long-term absence
- Stronger workplace control measures
- Compliance with legal obligations
Importantly, Health Surveillance also allows employers to assess whether existing control measures are working effectively or whether further action is required.
At Flex Health, we see Health Surveillance not simply as a legal requirement, but as an important part of creating healthier, safer workplaces.
Our Health Surveillance Services
We deliver a comprehensive range of Health Surveillance services tailored to the hazards identified within your workplace risk assessment.
Our services include:
- Audiometry and hearing tests for employees working in noisy environments
- Lung function tests and spirometry for workers exposed to respiratory hazards
- Skin surveillance for exposure to hazardous substances
- HAVS testing for workers using vibrating tools
- Vision screening where appropriate
- Additional occupational health monitoring and specialist assessments where required
All Health Surveillance is carried out on-site by trained occupational health professionals following recognised clinical and regulatory guidance.
Our Approach to Workplace Health Surveillance
At Flex Health, our Health Surveillance programmes are built around practical workplace delivery, clear reporting and proactive health monitoring.
1. Workplace Risk Assessment Review
We begin by reviewing the workplace risk assessment to identify:
- Specific hazards within the working environment
- Employees exposed to risk
- Potential health risks requiring monitoring
- Existing workplace control measures
This allows us to determine whether Health Surveillance is required, and what type of monitoring is appropriate.
2. Tailored Health Surveillance Programmes
Every business and workforce is different. We tailor our Health Surveillance programme around:
- Workplace hazards
- Industry-specific risks
- Number of employees exposed
- Frequency of exposure
- Legal and operational requirements
This ensures surveillance is proportionate, relevant and aligned with the specific needs of the organisation.
3. Ongoing Health Checks and Monitoring
Health Surveillance is carried out through regular health checks and ongoing monitoring designed to identify early signs of occupational ill health.
These assessments help identify early stage changes in employee health before more serious harm occurs.
4. Reporting and Compliance Support
Following Health Surveillance carried out by our occupational health professionals, employers receive structured reports and practical guidance.
Our reporting supports:
- Compliance with UK Health and Safety Law
- Accurate workplace health records
- Review of workplace control measures
- Identification of further actions, where required
Where concerns are identified, we provide clear advice on next steps and any potential need for additional assessment or workplace adjustments.
Supporting Employers Across a Range of Industries
Health Surveillance is particularly important in industries where workers are regularly exposed to workplace hazards.
We support organisations across sectors including:
- Manufacturing and engineering
- Construction and trades
- Food production
- Warehousing and logistics
- Healthcare and laboratory settings
- Automotive industries
- Industrial and production environments
Our occupational health teams understand the operational challenges faced by businesses, and we work flexibly to deliver surveillance with minimal disruption.
Flexible On-Site Health Surveillance
At Flex Health, we deliver Health Surveillance directly within the workplace through our nationwide mobile health surveillance units.
This allows employers to:
- Minimise disruption to operations
- Improve workforce participation
- Access Health Surveillance services efficiently
- Support employees within familiar working environments
Our mobile services are particularly valuable for:
- Large workforces
- Multi-site organisations
- Shift-based operations
- High-risk industries
Early Detection Protects Workers and Businesses
One of the most important benefits of Health Surveillance is early detection.
By identifying early signs of occupational illness, employers can:
- Prevent further exposure
- Improve workplace control measures
- Reduce long-term health risks
- Protect employee wellbeing
- Support a safer working environment
Health Surveillance helps businesses move from reactive management to proactive workplace health protection.
Why Choose Flex Health?
At Flex Health, we combine clinical expertise with practical workplace experience to deliver Health Surveillance services to the highest standards.
We provide:
- Nationwide workplace health surveillance
- Flexible on-site delivery
- Experienced occupational health professionals
- Clear reporting and practical guidance
- Support with legal compliance and workplace safety
Our focus is always on protecting workers, supporting employers and helping organisations maintain safe and healthy workplaces.
Supporting Organisations with Comprehensive Occupational Health Services
Alongside Health Surveillance, we also provide a comprehensive range of Occupational Health Services designed to support both employee wellbeing and workplace health management.
Our wider services include:
- Occupational Health Assessments
- Management Referrals
- Drug and Alcohol Testing
- Pre-Employment Services and New Starter Medicals
- Workplace Physiotherapy Support
- Ongoing Occupational Health Advice and Guidance
By combining Occupational Health and Health Surveillance services, we help organisations take a joined-up approach to workforce health and safety.
Book Health Surveillance Services with Flex Health
If your workforce is exposed to workplace hazards, substances hazardous to health, or other specific risks, Health Surveillance may be legally required.
At, Flex Health, we provide professional, compliant Health Surveillance services across the UK, helping employers protect workers, maintain compliance, and support long-term workplace health.
Contact us today to discuss your health surveillance requirements, and learn how our occupational health professionals can support your organisation.