What to do if diagnosed with Occupational Asthma due to allergies to laboratory animals.?
Wednesday, October 29th, 2008 | Asthma Treatment
A friend of mine was diagnosed with Occupational Asthma resulting from becoming allergic to mice and guinea pigs which he works with on a daily basis in a laboratory setting.. This asthma was a direct result of his job and 2 doctors agree with this… Both doctors have written letters stating that he can no longer work with these animals because of risk of long term lung disease.. no other treatment options are available.
His company’s occupational health and hr departments have not been particularly helpful or informative other than suggesting FMLA leave.
What are his rights? Can or should he take Family Medical Leave (FMLA).. Workers Comp? Anyone with similar issues? Could be terminated?
Thanks
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1 Comment to What to do if diagnosed with Occupational Asthma due to allergies to laboratory animals.?
He should leave the job and go on medical disability temporarily, or else unemployment insurance benefits, and look for another job. Having the doctor write a letter to the employer could be helpful.
October 29, 2008