Written question asked by Andrew Gwynne (Labour) on Monday, 16 April 2012, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 19 April 2012. It was answered by Lord Grayling (Conservative) on Thursday, 19 April 2012 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what steps the Health and Safety Executive is taking to raise public awareness of (a) the risks of developing a deep vein thrombosis due to prolonged immobility in the workplace and (b) how deep vein thrombosis can be prevented in the workplace.

Answer: The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has not produced specific guidance on the risks of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) at work. The Department of Health has produced advice on travel-related DVT.HSE provides guidance for workers required to be at a workstation for long periods, and for their employers. The guidance primarily addresses the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders, but is consistent with that issued by the national health service on DVT. For further information, please see:"www.hse.gov.uk/msd"

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