Pre-employment health assessments
Pre-employment health assessmentsOH Well assists Canterbury businesses to protect their employees and meet health and safety compliance requirements through comprehensive pre-employment health assessments. These assessments give employers confidence that new staff are fit for the role while supporting long-term workplace health and safety.
A pre-employment health assessment, also called a pre-employment medical assessment or occupational health screening, is carried out before a candidate starts work. The purpose is to identify any health concerns that may affect their ability to perform the role safely and effectively provide a baseline for future health screening.
Employers request pre-employment health checks to reduce risks in the workplace. They provide a clear understanding of a candidate’s medical fitness, can help to prevent future injuries, and ensure legal obligations are met.
For employers, pre-employment screening reduces absenteeism, supports productivity, and lowers the chance of accidents, which can cost the business a lot of money. For employees, it ensures they are placed in roles that match their physical capabilities and that any health needs are identified early.
Every workplace has unique risks, so assessments are tailored to the role and industry. Our pre-employment health assessments can include checks such as hearing testing (audiometry), lung function (spirometry), vision assessments, musculoskeletal assessments, functional capacity assessments, drug and alcohol testing and blood testing.
Baseline checks such as blood pressure, vision, height, weight, and medical history are reviewed to confirm overall health and suitability. We will gain an understanding on if the employee has any health conditions or lifestyle choices that may impact their ability to fulfill the role.
Our team of nurses provide reliable and professional pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. You can read more about our specific drug and alcohol testing services here.
Jobs with noise or dust exposure may require audiometric testing or lung function tests. These establish a baseline for future monitoring and ensure compliance with workplace health standards. You can read more about our hearing testing services here and our respiratory health programs here.
Depending on the job, assessments may include respirator fit testing, asbestos medicals, or other role-specific occupational health screenings such as fatigue testing, psychological testing and musculoskeletal assessments.
OH Well uses Enigma Predict for recording all pre-employment and ongoing health monitoring records. This is a secure record management system which meets all health record standards and legal requirements. This means individual health records remain secure, fully confidential while being easily accessible to OH Well staff.
Based in Canterbury, we understand the challenges faced by local industries from construction through to manufacturing. Our clinics and mobile services mean your staff can be assessed quickly, helping projects stay on track.
Our qualified occupational health nurses follow the WorkSafe New Zealand guidelines, giving you confidence that assessments meet all legal and safety requirements. We also provide clear and easy to understand reporting.
At OH Well, we provide efficient, professional and reliable pre-employment medical screening. Contact our team today to book an assessment in Christchurch, Ashburton, Timaru, or across Canterbury.
What is a pre-employment health assessment?
It is a medical check completed before starting a job to ensure a candidate is fit for the role and to reduce workplace health risks.
What’s included in a pre-employment occupational health assessment?
Typical checks include medical history, vision, hearing, lung function, drug and alcohol screening, musculoskeletal assessment, and role-specific health assessments. .
Why should I work with an occupational health provider?
An experienced provider ensures assessments are accurate, legally compliant, and relevant to the risks of your industry.
Do I still need to use an occupational health provider if I have an HR and Health & Safety employee?
Yes. OH Well nurses are specifically trained in Occupational Health and have the medical expertise and equipment to conduct assessments that HR or Health & Safety staff likely can’t complete in house. It is a requirement of WorkSafe that health monitoring should be carried out by suitably qualified, trained and experienced health practitioners with the knowledge, skills, training and experience to carry out the monitoring you need.
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