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PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENTS FOR SAFER HIRING IN NORTHLAND

Completing Pre Employment Testing helps to ensure the people you employ into your business are fit for the role they are applying for. 

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If they need support to do the role, you understand what that may mean. Employees are the most important asset in your business and you want to use every tool available to ensure you have the right people in the right roles.

 

Consider Pre Employment Testing one of those crucial tools.

WHAT’S COVERED IN A PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENT?

​The health assessment can include any of the following:

  • Online health questionnaire

  • Range of movement test

  • Hearing (Audiometry) Test

  • Lung Function (Spirometry) Test

  • Vision Screening - this may include near, far, peripheral and colour screening

  • Drug and alcohol testing

THE BENEFITS OF A PRE EMPLOYMENT HEALTH CHECK​

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  • Informed hiring decisions - the applicants physical attributes are assessed against the role requirements and an informed decision around hiring can be made

  • Health issues may be  identified which may need support later 

  • Baseline monitoring is completed before starting work, allowing comparison at annual health monitoring

  • Documented health assessments as part of the employment process can protect your business from future legal liabilities related to employment health issues

  • Pre employment drug test ensures candidate suitability

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For a more comprehensive health profile, I recommend incorporating these supplementary tests into your pre-employment medical screening:

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  • Glucose/HbA1C testing - finger prick test

  • Cholesterol testing - finger prick test

  • Epworth Sleepiness Score

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While the core pre-employment medical check covers essential occupational health requirements, these supplementary tests can be added when you want deeper insights into metabolic health and sleep-related safety factors.

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HOW QUICKLY CAN I GET PRE EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL RESULTS?

Appreciating the need for timely employment decisions to be made, once test results are collected, the employer will receive a completed report with any issues identified within 24 hours.

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WHERE IN NORTHLAND CAN I GET A PRE EMPLOYMENT CHECK?

Work Space Health covers Whangarei, Kerikeri, and more in the Northland region.

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Still have some questions? Check out our frequently asked questions or get in touch!

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