Pre-Employment Medicals Australia
A pre-employment medical is a fitness-for-work assessment used to determine whether a worker is medically suitable for a specific role. These assessments help employers manage risk, ensure safety, and meet workplace compliance requirements.
Djinda Health provides pre-employment medicals arranged Australia-wide, with bookings coordinated to meet employer and project requirements.
What is a pre-employment medical?
A pre-employment medical is a structured health assessment used to evaluate whether a worker can safely perform the requirements of a specific job.
These assessments are commonly required before starting work in industries such as mining, construction, transport, and manufacturing.
What Does a Pre-Employment Medical Include?
A pre-employment medical includes a medical history review, physical examination, and job-specific testing based on the role requirements.
Depending on the role, assessments may include:
Medical history review
Physical examination
Audiometry (hearing test)
Spirometry (lung function test)
Drug and alcohol testing
Vision testing
Musculoskeletal assessment
Functional capacity testing
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How a Pre-Employment Medical Works
A pre-employment medical follows a structured process to assess a worker’s fitness for duty.
Step 1: Booking
The assessment is scheduled based on employer requirements and role specifications.
Step 2: Medical Assessment
A clinician reviews medical history and performs a physical examination.
Step 3: Functional Testing
Relevant tests such as audiometry, spirometry, and drug and alcohol screening are completed.
Step 4: Medical Outcome
A report is provided to the employer confirming fitness for work status.
Who needs a pre-employment medical?
Pre-employment medicals are widely used across Australia’s mining, oil and gas, construction, transport, and industrial sectors.
These assessments are required for workers entering roles that involve:
Physical demands
Safety-critical responsibilities
Exposure to workplace hazards
Pre-Employment Medical vs Safer Together Medical
A pre-employment medical is typically conducted for a specific employer and role, while a Safer Together Medical (STM) is a standardised assessment used across multiple employers and sites.
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Why Use Pre-Employment Medicals?
Pre-employment medicals are used to assess fitness for work, reduce workplace risk, and support compliance with occupational health requirements.
They help employers:
Confirm workers are fit for specific roles
Reduce workplace injury risk
Meet regulatory and compliance requirements
Support safer workforce management
Pre-Employment Medicals Australia-Wide
Djinda Health provides pre-employment medicals for businesses and individuals across Australia.
Pre-employment medicals can be arranged nationally through Djinda Health, with bookings coordinated via our Riverton clinic to meet employer, project, and site requirements.
Appointments can be arranged for:
Individual workers requiring medical clearance
Businesses with workforce medical requirements
Pre-employment and ongoing compliance assessments
We support both individual bookings and company arrangements.
How to Book a Pre-Employment Medical
To arrange a pre-employment medical:
Arrange workforce bookings for your organisation
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FAQs About Pre-Employment Medicals
What is a pre-employment medical?
A pre-employment medical is a health assessment used to determine whether a worker is medically fit for a specific role.
How long does a pre-employment medical take?
Most assessments take between 30 and 60 minutes depending on the required tests.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring photo ID, any required documentation from your employer, and details of current medications.
Do I need to fast before a workplace medical?
Fasting is not required unless specific blood tests have been arranged in advance.
Are pre-employment medicals required for all jobs?
Not all roles require a medical, but they are commonly required in safety-critical and physically demanding industries.