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PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICALS

ENSURING EMPLOYMENT SAFETY

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL

A pre-employment medical assessment evaluates a person’s health and physical capacity in relation to the requirements of a particular role or working environment. The assessment required will depend on the position, workplace risks and the employer’s requirements.

Book an appointment with a GP at Westridge Medical for a Pre-Employment Medical and any tests you may need.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL

This pre-employment examination assists with risk management and identifies if a worker is medically suitable in the role in which they are applying.

A standard Pre-Employment includes:

  • Blood pressure
  • Vision
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Urinalysis
  • Doctor review of medical history questionnaire
  • Doctor review:
    • Peripheral vision
    • Oral and ear
    • Respiratory
    • Cardiovascular
    • Abdominal
    • Skin
    • Nervous system
    • Basic musculoskeletal.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS

A pre-employment medical assessment may help an employer understand whether an applicant can safely perform the inherent requirements of a role. It may also identify whether workplace adjustments, further assessment or particular risk-management measures should be considered.

The outcome of an assessment depends on the individual, the role and the requirements provided by the employer.

OTHER CHECKS MAY INCLUDE

  • Audiometry (hearing testing)
  • Spirometry (lung function test)
  • Drug and alcohol testing (instant or laboratory)
  • Work fitness assessments (otherwise known as functional capacity evaluations)
  • Periodic and exit medical assessments
  • Statutory and code of practice screening
  • Health surveillance screening (including hazardous substance monitoring)