The commercial alternative to Access to Work, built for Occupational Health.
Support employees and clients faster with clear, proportionate workplace assessments you can trust.
Our Accelerated Outcome Programme (AOP) provides Occupational Health professionals with a higher standard of support and a more dependable way to deliver workplace assessments and recommendations. We help you maintain confidence in your recommendations and deliver consistently high-quality outcomes for every employee.
With AOP, you have a faster, more predictable pathway to workplace outcomes, so you can intervene sooner and keep people productive and supported.
2 week delivery
Single point of contact
An independent, proportionate solution
Workplace assessments without the AtW delays
We help you move faster, while you maintain full control and ownership of every case.
Why choose AOP over Access to Work?
Ideal for both in-house and third-party Occupational Health professionals
Faster and more predictable than Access to Work
Reduces the risk of issues escalating while waiting
Clear and proportionate recommendations within two weeks
Reduced absenteeism and presenteeism
Decades of experience in workplace ergonomics and support
Also suitable for those already using the Access to Work programme
Thousands are stuck waiting for Access to Work support.
Access to Work is under significant pressure. Tens of thousands of applications are in the system, with users reporting long delays and communication challenges. There’s widespread concern about cutbacks, and reports suggest more changes may be on the horizon.
Organisations such as the Access to Work Consortium, alongside many charities and advocacy groups, are working hard to push for improvements. But even with their efforts, it’s unlikely we’ll see a fast or comprehensive fix. That is of little comfort if you need workplace support now.
So, we’ve taken a pragmatic approach. We’ve developed an alternative pathway, our Accelerated Outcome Process (AOP), designed for Occupational Health professionals who want a faster, more predictable route to the support they need.
The Accelerated Outcome Process: How it works
From first call to final recommendations, AOP guides Occupational Health professionals to faster, clearer workplace outcomes.
1: Free consultation
Run by our experts virtually or at your premises
2: Tailored assessment
Developed and delivered in 2 weeks
3: Guided Implementation
With advice from our experienced team
Access to Work vs Accelerated Outcome Process
AOP gives you clear, proportionate recommendations in weeks, not months, while helping Access to Work stay focused on complex cases.
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Access to Work | AOP | |
|---|---|---|
Typical timeline | 6-12+ months | Delivered in 2 weeks |
Points of contact | Multiple contacts | Single point of contact |
Admin overhead | High | Low |
Funding | Government funded | Transparent, flexible pricing |
Best for | Long-term, complex needs | Urgent, proportionate solutions |
Leading professionals choose us:
“Moving away from the traditional Access to Work route has significantly improved the way we support our colleagues. The workplace needs assessments we’ve accessed have been faster, more targeted, and better aligned to the specific needs of our people. The service has been efficient, cost-effective, and focused on delivering practical outcomes, without unnecessary complexity. It’s helped us take a more proactive, values-led approach to inclusion and wellbeing.”
Zoe Minkin,
Health and Safety Manager
Your one-stop shop for workplace wellbeing and ergonomics
Complementing AOP is a full suite of services, spanning expert wellbeing consultancy, strategic coaching and training, advanced ergonomic and workplace-environment design, and a full product supply and installation service.
Is the Accelerated Outcome Process a replacement for Access to Work?
No. The Accelerated Outcome Process (AOP) is a commercial offering provided by Osmond Ergonomics & Wellbeing. It is not connected to the government-funded Access to Work (AtW) scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). As such, it is a streamlined and effective alternative to AtW but it does not replace it.
Will AOP replace the role of Occupational Health professionals?
No. AOP is designed to support and enhance the role of Occupational Health professionals. You remain fully in control of clinical recommendations and the client or colleague relationship. We provide faster assessments, clearer communication, and practical workplace recommendations that help you deliver better outcomes without adding to your workload.
Who pays for the AOP service?
The applicant’s employer covers the cost of the AOP service, including any products recommended. Although AOP does not include government funding, it provides a faster and more accountable route to the right support. By reducing delays, cutting administrative effort, and helping people stay in or return to work sooner, AOP often results in a more proportionate and cost-effective outcome overall.
How quickly can we get an assessment and recommendations?
We respond to the initial enquiry within 48 hours and, typically, an assessment (face-to-face or virtual) can be scheduled within two weeks, subject to client availability. In more complex cases, it may take a little longer to ensure our assessor is fully qualified and experienced to address the client’s needs comprehensively.
What kinds of workplace needs can AOP help with?
Our team of highly experienced assessors and support personnel are equipped to handle cases involving mental and/or physical health issues. These include musculoskeletal conditions, neurodiversity, vision and/or hearing impairment, menopause, sleep deprivation and mental health. Our trainers and coaches provide coping mechanisms and specific training about assistive technology, communications, time management and similar issues our clients encounter. Client programmes are assembled from a wide portfolio of products and services to create a bespoke plan for every individual.
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