Occupational health vaccination, done properly

Which vaccinations do our employees need?

Start with the actual work and exposure risks. Share your COSHH risk assessment, the roles involved, expected numbers and sites. Our pharmacy team then discusses the vaccination requirements and individual assessment. A job title alone does not determine a vaccine schedule.

Does the employer have to pay?

Where vaccination is required as an occupational protective measure, the employer must meet the cost. HSE explains this in its immunisation guidance. This is separate from offering a general seasonal flu benefit.

How do we arrange a programme?

1. Scope the work. Tell us the roles, exposures, sites, expected participants and any deadline.
2. Agree a quote. Specify vaccine courses, required visits, any blood tests and reporting arrangements.
3. Review individual records. Employees share relevant clinical information directly with the clinical team, rather than through the employer quote form.
4. Plan visits and follow-up. Agree clinic dates around shifts, new starters and any further doses or tests.

What does antibody titre checking mean?

An antibody blood test can help the clinician assess response to a vaccine where testing is indicated. The need for testing, its timing and any follow-up depend on the vaccine, clinical history and occupational requirements. A course of injections and an assessed antibody response are different records; tell us which evidence your occupational health process needs.

What if an employee declines?

Vaccination requires the employee’s consent. Where they decline a vaccine offered for occupational exposure, your risk assessment and occupational health advice should guide the next steps. Vaccination does not replace other exposure controls.

What can HR receive?

Individual clinical records remain with the pharmacy. We agree programme reporting before starting. If your occupational health process needs information about an individual’s fitness, protection or follow-up, establish what is necessary, who receives it and the appropriate confidentiality arrangements. Do not request full medical histories for routine HR administration. See the ICO’s occupational health guidance.

Can you cover London and sites elsewhere?

Yes. We plan on-site programmes from our Tottenham, North London base, including multi-site and shift-based employers. Provide the addresses and required visit windows so we can confirm staffing and dates in your quote.

How much will it cost?

Occupational vaccinations and antibody testing are quoted separately from flu. You receive an itemised programme quote covering doses, visits, blood tests and follow-up.

Before you enquire

Have your roles, risk assessment, headcount, sites and required completion dates to hand. Do not include employees’ health records in the general enquiry form. You can also read our credentials and governance information or hepatitis B employer guide.