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Posted By David Hood
I have just started a position in a light manufacturing company, and was advised that they have an autistic worker doing general duties, and that there have been no issues.
I have looked at websites, and searched the forum for information on autistic workers but there doesn't seem to be any sound advice.
What problems (if any) should I be looking for in my risk assessment other than fire evacuation assistance?
Kind regards
David
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Posted By clairel
'autistic' is a very broad term and means different problems for each sufferer.
Why not ask them what issues they have or someone involved in their care if relevant.
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Posted By Bob Y
Another idea would be to contact one of the organisations that deals with autism for advice, perhaps even Access to Work as well.
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Posted By Steph Hi David There is a National Autistic Society http://www.nas.org.uk/ to help you. The staff member themselves will be the principle source of info - they know best regarding their own abilities. Depending on the outcome, you may want the support and advice of Occi Health Practitioners, and Access to Work may also help with provision and financing of any required support. Hope this helps, Stephanie
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Posted By David Hood
Thanks Steph, this is an excellent site and has certainly opened my eyes in regards to autism. Very informative and helpful.
Kind regards
David
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Posted By andy.c.
Hi David
Autism is a spectrum disorder and as such the phrase i often use is "if you know one person with ASD then you know ONE person with ASD".
i think you will need to start with the carers and professionals that have been involved with the worker, key area's will be supervision, communication (verbal commands can be taken literally), loud or unexpected noise can usually be an issue.
As a parent familiar with ASD contact me off line if you have any specific questions or feel i can help further.
there is also a site called Autism freindly that has a discussion forum. any question you post there will probably be answered by people on the spectrum.
lastly as ASD increases thank you for asking the question
Andy
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