Rio Tinto Medicals — Fast, Compliant Pre‑Employment & Site Access Exams (Australia‑wide)

Who needs a Rio Tinto Medical?

  • New starters and contractors requiring site access (e.g., Rio Tinto Iron Ore WA, Aluminium/RTAY/BSL, ports, rail, and energy operations).

  • Existing workers moving to a new role or risk profile.

  • Periodic medicals as requested by employer or the site standard.

What’s typically included

Actual inclusions vary by role, site and risk category. We only perform the components requested on your referral.

Core screening

  • Medical history & health questionnaire

  • Height, weight, BMI, blood pressure & vitals

  • Vision (distance, near, colour)

  • Audiometry (AS/NZS compliant)

  • Spirometry (baseline lung function)

  • Resting ECG (where requested)

Functional capacity & MSK

  • Posture, range of motion and joint stability

  • Lift, carry, push/pull and positional tolerance testing matched to job demands

  • Fitness step test or equivalent (where requested)

Drug & Alcohol testing

  • Instant urine drug screen & breath alcohol

  • Lab‑confirmed DAS (AS/NZS 4308) where specified

Additional site‑specific items (if requested)

  • Chest X‑ray (ILO) / respiratory physician review

  • Further cardiac/respiratory checks for heat, dust, altitude or confined‑space exposures

  • Vaccination review & serology (e.g., Q Fever)

  • Other surveillance per site standard

Outcome documentation

  • Clear fit/with restrictions/outcome report to employer

  • Candidate summary (on request)

  • Validity period as per referral/site standard

Rio Tinto Iron Ore WA: Typical Risk Levels

Your referral will specify the level required. Components differ by level and role.

  • Low‑Level Medical — Baseline screening, DAS, audiometry, spirometry and functional checks appropriate for lower physical demand roles.

  • High‑Level Medical — As per Low‑Level plus more extensive functional, cardiovascular and respiratory assessments, and imaging where requested.

How booking works

  1. Send referral & scope — Upload or email the Rio Tinto medical request (site, level, role demands).

  2. Book — Choose your preferred location/date; mobile/onsite options for groups.

  3. Attend — Bring photo ID and any aids (glasses), medication list, and prior results if applicable.

  4. Testing — Our clinician completes all requested components.

  5. Results — Same‑day summaries for most standard components; allow additional time for lab/x‑ray items.

  6. Employer report — Secure report to the authorised recipient.

What to bring

  • Government photo ID

  • Referral / request letter with site and components

  • Glasses/contact lenses and prescription

  • Medication list and relevant specialist letters

  • Comfortable clothing for functional testing

  • Avoid caffeine and strenuous exercise 2 hours prior; avoid DAS cut‑offs per policy

Turnaround times

  • Same day: medical summary for standard components where possible

  • 24–72 hours: when laboratory confirmation, imaging or specialist review is required

  • Priority processing available for urgent mobilisation (fees may apply)

Pricing

Pricing depends on site, components and volume. Request a quote with the job role(s), site(s) and required medical level (Low/High). Volume and program rates available for multi‑site or ongoing recruitment.

Why choose Djinda Health

  • Mining‑ready workflows designed for site access timeframes

  • Clear, defensible reporting: concise outcomes and restrictions where relevant

  • Australia‑wide coverage by arrangement; onsite programs for groups

  • End‑to‑end: medicals, DAS/LABDAS, spirometry, audiometry, mask‑fit (PortaCount) & EARfit

Book now: +61 8 8520 8282

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What’s the difference between Low‑ and High‑Level Rio Tinto medicals?
Low‑Level covers baseline screening appropriate to lower physical demand roles. High‑Level adds more comprehensive functional, cardiovascular and respiratory assessment and may include imaging. Your referral will specify the level.

Q2. How long does the appointment take?
Typically 60–90 minutes for Low‑Level and 90–120 minutes for High‑Level, depending on components and wait times for any imaging or labs.

Q3. Do you provide lab‑confirmed drug testing?
Yes. We perform instant screens and arrange AS/NZS 4308 laboratory confirmation when requested.

Q4. Can you perform chest X‑rays and specialist reviews if required?
Yes. We coordinate imaging and specialist reporting when these components are part of the referral.

Q5. How quickly can we get results?
Same‑day summaries are provided wherever possible. Lab, x‑ray or specialist components typically require 24–72 hours.

Q6. Can you do onsite medical programs?
Yes. For volume bookings we can arrange onsite programs to reduce mobilisation time.

Q7. Are Rio Tinto medicals the same across all sites?
No. Requirements vary by site and role risk profile. Please provide the exact site standard (e.g., Iron Ore WA Low/High Level) with your referral.

Q8. What happens if restrictions are identified?
We provide a clear outcome with any recommended restrictions. The employer determines suitability per role and controls.

Q9. Do you assess fitness for safety‑critical roles?
Yes. We align assessments to the referral and relevant fitness‑for‑work standards for safety‑critical tasks.

Q10. Do you service interstate candidates?
Yes. We arrange appointments Australia‑wide and coordinate any multi‑site programs.

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