What is assessed at a Pre Employment Examination

Pre Employment

Medical

Examination

The medical examination is a thorough examination of a number of different areas of the body but DOES NOT INCLUDE rectal, gynaecological or breast examination.

To perform the medical it is necessary to be undressed to your underwear and we give you a gown to wear. You can also wear loose fitting clothing such as a blouse and skirt if you prefer.

You can request the presence of another staff member if you wish or come with a relative or friend.

If you have any questions about this, please ask at the desk.

The examination includes:

Vision testing, so bring any glasses you have for distance and reading

Colour vision

Blood pressure & pulse

Height & weight

Hearing test

Urine test for blood, sugar & protein (Some employers request drug testing also)

Testing of joints & limbs for deformity, movements, power including grip strength

Testing of the spine for movement and tenderness (neck & back)

Squatting, Rhomberg’s test, visual fields

Limb reflexes

Lymph and thyroid gland

Ear, nose and throat

Examine the chest, heart and abdomen including herniae

General skin check

Check of blood vessels, pulses and varicose veins