Professional, Evidence-Based Occupational Health Management Referrals
ARC Medicals provides clear, clinically led Occupational Health Management Referrals to support employee wellbeing, reduce sickness absence, and help employers make informed, fair decisions.
Our assessments offer practical advice, legally compliant guidance, and tailored return-to-work recommendations across all industries.
What is an Occupational Health Management Referrals?
A management referral is a structured occupational health assessment requested by an employer when an employee’s health may be affecting their work.
The purpose is to provide clinical, unbiased advice to help managers support the employee safely and appropriately.
Referrals may be used to address:
- Long-term or frequent short-term sickness absence
- Fitness for work concerns
- Work-related stress or mental health issues
- Adjustments under the Equality Act
- Performance concerns linked to health
- Return-to-work planning
- Medical aspects of disciplinary or capability processes
What We Assess
During a management referral appointment, our clinicians review:
- Current health concerns
- Fit-for-work status
- Functional limitations
- Impact of symptoms on work
- Workplace risks or safety considerations
- Likely recovery timelines
- Possible reasonable adjustments
- Whether the Equality Act may apply
- Recommendations to support return or retention in work
Each assessment results in a clear, actionable clinical report for the employer.
What Employers Receive
Every management referral includes a structured report containing:
✔ Fitness-for-work assessment
Clear guidance on whether the employee is currently fit, unfit, or fit with adjustments.
✔ Return-to-work support
Practical advice on phased return plans, working hours, duty modifications, or temporary restrictions.
✔ Equality Act guidance
An indication of whether the employee’s condition may meet disability criteria.
✔ Review timeframes
Clinical recommendations on whether and when a review appointment is needed.
✔ Workplace risk considerations
Any risks associated with the employee’s duties, equipment, safety-critical work, or environment.
✔ Signposting
Referral to GP, specialist services, mental health support or physiotherapy if required.
Common Reasons for Referral
- Mental health concerns (stress, anxiety, depression)
- Musculoskeletal issues or chronic pain
- Long-term illness
- Repeated short-term absence
- Post-operative recovery guidance
- Workplace conflict or psychosocial stress
- Pregnancy-related queries
- Safety-critical or high-risk roles
The Process
- Manager completes referral form – outlining concerns and key questions.
- Employee provides informed consent – essential before assessment.
- Clinician assessment – in clinic, via telephone, or video.
- Clinical report issued – clear, objective advice for the employer.
- Follow-up (if required) – further support, reviews or phased return monitoring.
Why Choose ARC Medicals?
- Experienced Occupational Health clinicians
- Fast appointments and rapid report turnaround
- Clear, unbiased, evidence-based advice
- Support for HR, managers and employees
- Full GDPR and clinical governance compliance
- Flexible delivery (clinic, on-site, or remote)
- Specialist expertise across industrial, commercial, and public-sector sectors
Who We Work With
- Small to large businesses
- Local authorities and public-sector organisations
- Construction & engineering
- Transport, logistics & safety-critical industries
- Manufacturing & heavy industry
- Retail, office-based and hybrid workplaces
Pricing
We offer transparent, competitive pricing with options for:
- Single referral appointments
- Block bookings
- Retained occupational health contracts
Contact us for a tailored quote.
Book a Management Referral
Take control of workplace health with clear, actionable clinical guidance.
📞 Phone: 01443 303003
📧 Email: medicals@thearcgroup.co.uk
