Getting employed with epilepsy

[John Higgins]

Aren't the CITB tests for health and safety and to get the CSCS card? I suppose they could give some advice.

I'm intending to stick to it, but if I get messed about again in any way like this year I will be leaving.

As you might be able to tell by my posts. The college is frustrating me but I don't want to be a quitter because of it. Hence seeking to get convinced my medical condition could hold me back so I don't feel as such of a quitter because at least I had valid medical reasons to do so.

Suppose working on a factory line can be as equally dangerous so really no point in thinking I can't do it.

 

[James]

There are also possible careers available to you in the machine building industry. Panel building is one that might suit you. No working at height, most of the work is going to be indoors in a controlled environment, risk assessment is easier because there are less unknowns.
Best of luck whatever you decide.

 

[freddo]

You mention "well controlled seizures" I take it from this you are not seizure free. If that is the case how would you work on ladders or other access equipment without presenting a risk to yourself or others

What an odd coincidence, I was working yesterday with a chap who had an epileptic seizure, he fell off the ladder he was on and hit his head on a machine. Fortunately he was working with other people who could help stop the bleeding and call an ambulance. It was frightening watching him seize and fall. Bloke had no idea where he was, what he was doing or where he lived when he came round. Cracking response though when the paramedic asked him what he was doing today, 'nothing much' was the reply.

 

[Gavin John Hyde]

I had a serious seizure when in the forces. Result was a discharge on medical grounds.
Worked out well financially. Not had a seizure since although took 2 years to get driving licence back from DVLA.
I have worked for companies and now for myself.
They were aware of the seizure as it was reason for leaving forces on CV. But skills and attitude came first for them.
I didnt take any meds long term as consultant advised me not to as they cant say how effective they really are.
If you want to make it in this industry, then you can find 100 reasons not to. Or find 100 to give it a shot. Its all about motivation, desire and hardwork.

 

[John Higgins]

Thanks for your replies guys. I still have my heart set on becoming an electrician. I've finally had enough of the college though, I've made my mind up about that now.
SLT are just absolutely terrible there and that's not going to change anytime soon at least. Most of SLT are just full of s**t, no wonder tutors just keep leaving.