Disability discrimination in the care sector

This is an important are of law for the sector, which has a higher than average rate of work-related illnesses, as well as a high rate of accidents, injuries and violence towards workers. 

 

Particularly prevalent health issues include stress, anxiety, musculoskeletal disorders and contact dermatitis, all of which have the potential to be a disability if they affect day to day activities on a long term basis. 

 

Ian explains the difference between illness and disability, and how employers should respond when ill-health prevents employees doing their job.  

 

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