It is a health assessment which is a requirement for workers in a ' safety critical role'. This is a role where if physical or mental health is impaired, it could result in an adverse outcome.
The medical is an in depth assessment. This is to ensure the safety of themselves and others in accordance with The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Asbestos worker
Construction worker
Driver and Mechanical Handling Equipment Operator
Plant Operator ( general,cranedrive/mobile machine driver)
Scaffolder/Rigger
Tunnelling worker
Slinger/Signaller/Banksman/Traffic Marshall
Steel Structural/Fabricator
Steeplejack
Electrician
Diver
LGV/HGV Driver
Roadside worker ( high speed)
Maritime Operative Specialist
Confined space worker
Tunnelling
Working at Heights
Geotechnical
Night shift worker
Any other role which is deemed to be high risk
The medical will take around one hour. It is performed by a doctor with a qualification in Occupational Health. There will be questionnaires regarding physical and mental wellbeing. As well as a physical check the medical includes a hearing test, spirometery ( lung function), Urine test, eye test, colour blind test ( if indicated) .