Pre-Employment Medicals
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Our Pre-Employment medical examination provides a baseline health assessment for a worker before they enter a role with an employer. The examination assists with risk management and identifies whether a worker is medically suitable in the role in which they are applying.
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A standard Pre-Employment includes:
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Blood pressure check
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Vision test
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Height and weight measurements
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Urinalysis
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Medical history review
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Doctor assessment on: peripheral vision​, oral and ear, respiratory, cardiovascular, abdominal, skin, nervous system, basic musculoskeletal
Benefits of
Pre-employment testing
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Hire the right candidate – identify a candidate’s ability to perform physical aspects of the role; minimising the risk of workplace injury
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Meet OHS legislative requirements – greater focus on assessing an individual’s specific ability to safely perform the role
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Validity and reliability – greater validity and reliability with regards to testing components and procedures
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Identify risk – improved identification of functional deficits that can be appropriately managed should you wish to pursue employment
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Assessment conducted by Experienced Occupational Physiotherapists, GPs and Nursing staff
Musculoskeletal and functional assessment
A Musculoskeletal Assessment provides an evaluation of the condition and function of a worker’s musculoskeletal health, lifting capabilities and any injuries that may impact on their ability to safely perform the inherent requirements of their job. The functional assessment is customised to the specific requirements of the role the applicant is applying for.
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Inclusions
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Special Orthopaedic testing performed by a Physiotherapist
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Full musculoskeletal examination including range of motion and joint testing
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Abdominal examination including hernias
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Cardiovascular examination including blood pressure and pulse
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Dynamic manual handling technique assessment
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Static Posture assessment
Audiometry assessment
(hearing tests)
It is a statutory requirement under AS/NZS 1269.4:2014 for workers who use personal hearing protectors to undergo an Audiometry Assessment before they commence their role, and to continue to do so every two years.
Our assessments will provide a baseline hearing test to limit liability for future hearing loss claims, as well as monitor the impact of long-term noise exposure.
