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If you are referred to the Occupational Health Service

What to expect if you've been referred to the service, how the referral process works, medical confidentially and withholding consent.

Occupational Health Service appointment process

If you are unable to attend the Occupational Health Service appointment, you must provide at least 24 hours notice and an alternative appointment can be arranged for you. If the appointment is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice please be aware that your employing department will be charged. the Occupational Health Service will inform your manager of all cancelled appointments or if you do not attend.

Every employee of Cumberland Council or Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service has a duty to comply with the respective organsiations absence policy. For more information regarding your duties and responsibilities under the policy please refer to the Roles and Responsibilities section of the policy.