Work Doctor OH
Pre-Placement Health Screening
Pre-placement health screening is a vital step in building a healthy, productive, and compliant workforce. At Work Doctor Occupational Health, we provide comprehensive health assessments to ensure your prospective employees are fit for the demands of their roles, safeguarding both their well-being and your business’s success.
Service Details
What is Pre-placement Health Screening?
Pre-placement health screening involves assessing a candidate’s health status after they are offered and before they start their new role. This process helps identify any pre-existing conditions or health concerns that could impact their ability to perform job duties safely and effectively, or that might require reasonable adjustments.
It’s a proactive measure to prevent workplace injuries, manage health risks, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Key Benefits
- Reduce Absence & Presenteeism
- Ensure Role Suitability
- Promote Safety
- Support & Adjustments
- Legal & Ethical Compliance
Who Is This For?
- HR Departments
- Recruitment Managers
- Small to Large Businesses
- Specific Role Requirements
Pricing
Our pricing is structured to provide flexible options based on the depth of assessment required:
Basic Screening
(Questionnaire Review)
Ideal for roles with minimal health risks.
Enhanced Screening
(with Telephone or Nurse Call)
Suitable for roles requiring a more detailed health review (does not replace the more detailed management referral service with an Occupational Health Doctor)
Medical Assessment
(In-person)
Recommended for roles with significant physical demands or safety-critical aspects.
Book Your Pre-placement Health Screening
A medical questionnaire review is included, but if needed, a more detailed assessment can be done with an occupational health clinician. This could be similar to a management referral and involve a more specific health history and assessment.
Pricing varies from a medical questionnaire review at £50 to a more detailed assessment at £275. Prices are dependent on the complexity of the case, the specific industry, and the health issues involved. If a face-to-face assessment is required, pricing will differ depending on the location and any additional examinations or tests.
Questions
Is pre-placement health screening mandatory?
While not always legally mandatory for all roles, it is highly recommended for risk management and ensuring a safe working environment. Certain roles (e.g., drivers, those working with hazardous materials) may have specific legal requirements.
What information do you share with the employer?
We only share information relevant to the candidate’s fitness for the role and any recommended adjustments. Confidential medical details are not disclosed without the candidate’s explicit consent.
What if a candidate is not deemed "fit for role"?
We provide clear reasons and discuss potential adjustments or alternative roles. Our goal is always to facilitate employment where possible, safely and compliantly.
Can you help with specific industry requirements?
Yes, our team has experience across various industries and can tailor screenings to specific sector needs and regulations.