Treatments, options and pricing
Including a fiscal examination in a healthy worker medical is the best way to ensure the overall wellbeing of our employees. While the medical focuses on physical health, the fiscal examination considers the financial aspects, such as potential future costs and the adequacy of health coverage. This not only protects employees from unexpected financial burdens but also reflects our commitment to their complete wellbeing, recognising that financial security is closely tied to physical and mental health.
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Physical Examination £100
Common Q&A about Confined Space Medical Examination
Our FAQ section is designed to address common questions you may have, from how our treatments work to what you can expect during and after your session.
Our team is always available to provide additional support if you need more personalised guidance, ensuring that you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
A Confined Space Medical Examination is a specific health assessment designed to evaluate whether an employee is fit to work in confined spaces. It assesses the physical and mental capabilities required to safely perform tasks in potentially hazardous environments, such as tanks, tunnels, or sewers.
This examination is necessary because working in confined spaces can present unique risks, such as limited ventilation, restricted movement, and the potential presence of hazardous gases. The medical examination ensures that employees can handle these challenges safely.
Employees who are required to work in confined spaces, such as maintenance workers, engineers, and emergency responders, typically need to undergo this medical examination. The assessment ensures they are physically and mentally fit for such work.
The examination usually includes a detailed review of the employee's medical history, a physical examination, lung function tests, hearing and vision tests, cardiovascular assessments, and sometimes psychological evaluations, depending on the nature of the work.
The frequency of these examinations can vary depending on the specific job and industry, but they are typically required annually or more frequently if the employee's health status changes or if regulations mandate it.
In the UK, the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, along with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, require employers to ensure that employees working in confined spaces are medically fit for their roles. This may include regular medical examinations.
If an employee is found unfit to work in confined spaces, the occupational health professional may recommend alternative duties, adjustments to their role, or further medical treatment. The employer will need to consider these recommendations to ensure workplace safety.
While an employee has the right to refuse the examination, this could affect their ability to work in confined spaces, especially if the assessment is a legal or safety requirement. The employer must assess the impact of such a refusal on workplace safety.
Yes, the results of the examination are confidential. Occupational health professionals will only share relevant information with the employer, typically with the employee's consent, and in compliance with data protection regulations.
Employers can arrange these medical examinations through occupational health service providers. These examinations can be conducted on-site or at an external clinic, depending on the employer's and employee's needs.
