Some workers have jobs that pose a significant risk to the safety of themselves and those around them, where one lapse in judgement could lead to catastrophic consequences. Safety Critical Medicals assess the physical and mental capability of these workers to ensure they can perform their tasks safely and effectively.
What does the medical involve?
Our safety critical medical assessments consist of several components.
Some of these components are reviewed annually:
- Respiratory health assessment
- Skin assessment
- Hearing assessment
- HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome assessment) where an employee has exposure to hand transmitted vibrations
The others are reviewed every three years (more often in some cases):
- Blood pressure
- Visual acuity (sight)
- Colour perception
- Psychological and mental health
- Urinalysis (urine test)
- Mobility and coordination (musculoskeletal) checks
How long does a safety critical medical take?
Due to their wide ranging scope, safety critical medicals usually take around 90 minutes to complete. They can be conducted at our medical centre in West Bromwich or in some cases, at a client’s site.
What happens after the medical?
Upon completion, a fitness certificate will be issued outlining our decision. Where an employee fails to meet a particular standard, rather than an arbitrary fail, adjustments may be suggested, or employee may be passed fit to undertake only certain types of work.
In some cases, employees may require review by another practitioner for measurement or treatment, such as their GP or Optician. In those cases, fitness will be deferred until the issue has been addressed to the satisfaction of the certifying practitioner.
How to book a medical
Contact us by e-mail via info@mohs.co.uk or call us on 01216014041 to book a medical at your workplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who requires a safety critical medical?
Any employee that poses a danger to the public should take a safety critical medical, such as transport workers, construction staff and machinery operators.
How long is a safety critical medical valid for?
The medical is typically valid for one to three years depending on the role, industry standards and individual health factors.
Can you fail a safety critical medical?
If a worker poses a safety risk, they may be deemed temporarily or permanently unfit to work.
How quickly can results be provided?
Results are usually provided within a few working days.
Are safety critical medicals necessary?
Safety critical medicals protect your workers, clients and members of the public from accidents in the workplace. This helps in meeting legal and regulatory compliance, and promoting safety across your organisation.