At OSHGroup, we understand, a safe and productive workplace starts with ensuring each team member is physically and mentally equipped for their role.
Our extensive knowledge of occupational health, combined with advanced assessment techniques, allows us to provide certainty and maintain safety across your workforce.
These evaluations are crucial for sustaining a productive environment and enhancing workplace safety by proactively identifying potential health issues.
The process begins when you contact us with your medical assessment needs. Our knowledgeable team will then liaise with you to understand the specific requirements of the job role and tailor our services accordingly.
We offer both standard and company-specific assessments tailored to your needs to ensure the best person fits the right role to mitigate risk in the workplace.
Assessments are conducted at our facilities or onsite as required, using the latest medical technology and methodologies, available anywhere in Australia or overseas via international affiliations.
Each assessment is followed by a detailed report, providing you with a clear understanding of the candidate’s medical fitness and health picture, ensuring informed decision-making.
We also offer flexible pathology services, accommodating both point of collection sampling and laboratory testing as needed to meet company-specific demands.
Additionally, we specialise in the review, redesign, and development of customised assessments and procedures, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of your organisation.
The process for Pre-Employment Medicals at OSHGroup is designed for simplicity and effectiveness, ensuring clients have full control.
Initially, clients book an appointment, specifying their industry and job role requirements.
On the day, candidates undergo a series of assessments tailored to their specific role, conducted by our experienced medical team.
This comprehensive evaluation focuses on identifying any health issues that could impact job performance or workplace safety.
Following the assessment, a detailed report is provided, offering a higher level of insight with reliable recommendations.
This streamlined approach guarantees that both employers and candidates benefit from a thorough and informative medical examination, for optimal workplace health and safety.
Periodic Assessments are crucial for monitoring the ongoing health of employees, particularly in physically demanding or high-risk occupations.
These assessments are scheduled at regular intervals and involve re-evaluating employees to ensure their continued fitness for their roles and to catch any emerging health issues early.
The process is proactive and preventive, contributing to a healthier workforce and reducing downtime due to health-related absences.
Industry-Specific Assessments are custom-designed to address the unique risks associated with specific sectors such as mining, construction, or oil and gas.
These assessments take into account the particular hazards of the industry, with evaluations conducted by specialists familiar with these environments.
Candidates are tested for their ability to safely handle the physical and mental demands of their specific fields, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
OSHGroup also offers a range of other assessments to cater to diverse needs, including Executive Health Assessments; a detailed and comprehensive health evaluation for high-level executives focusing on stress, cardiovascular risk, and overall health optimisation.
OSHGroup can also conduct Exit Medicals, ensuring staff leave in good health with an opportunity to identify any work-related health issues requiring attention.
Beyond standard assessments, OSHGroup offers a range of additional services, such as Hearing Protection Fit Testing, D15 and Railway LED Lantern Colour Vision Testing, as well as advanced diagnostic services like imaging and cardiac testing.
We can also arrange fast-tracked referrals for medical imaging (X-Rays, Ultrasound, CT, MRI) and cardiac testing (Stress ECGs), and coordinate support services such as Weight Management Plans and Drug and Alcohol Monitoring Programs.
These services are designed to complement our core offerings, providing a comprehensive approach to occupational health and ensuring that all aspects of employee safety are addressed.
OSHGroup offers a tiered approach to Medical Assessments, designed to meet the diverse needs of various industries and job roles.
The below packages are recommended based on generalised information collected across a range of industries. It is recommended that if client, site or role specific requirements are outlined, please contact OSHGroup to discuss, or click the 'Book Specific Components' button to proceed with a bespoke booking.
Completed by skilled Allied Health Professionals and reviewed and signed off by a Doctor, this level includes essential health checks and screenings for low-risk job roles, ensuring fundamental health standards are met.
Ideal for positions that do not require extensive physical exertion or exposure to hazardous conditions.
This tier offers a more comprehensive evaluation, completed by skilled Allied Health Professionals and reviewed and signed off by a Doctor.
It includes additional tests tailored for moderate-risk roles, providing a thorough health overview.
Suitable for positions involving significant physical activity or minor exposure to workplace hazards, these medicals can also be booked with other components such as DAS, audio, and more.
Specifically designed for high-risk industries, this top-tier service involves a multidisciplinary team of specialists who conduct extensive testing.
This tier offers the highest level of health insight and certainty, ensuring that both employers and candidates can be confident in the health and safety preparedness of the workforce.
This is essential for roles that involve heavy physical demands or significant exposure to hazardous environments.
Your path to optimal occupational health and safety is certain.
We have created a helpful preparation guide for our patients.
Please read this information before your appointment day.
OSHGroup offers a range of specialised medical assessments designed to ensure workplace safety and employee health.
Spirometry
This assessment measures both the amount and speed of air a person can inhale and exhale, critical for identifying respiratory conditions that may impair an employee’s ability to safely perform their job duties. Spirometry is essential for roles in environments that may affect lung health.
Audiometry
Regular hearing tests are crucial, particularly in industries where noise-induced hearing loss is a risk. Our audiometric testing procedures ensure that your workplace complies with safety regulations and helps in protecting the hearing health of your employees.
Drug & Alcohol Screening
We conduct thorough screenings to maintain a drug-free workplace. Our testing protocols adhere to the AS/NZS 4308:2008 standards, providing dependable results that support your company’s health and safety initiatives.
Pre-Employment Assessment
Each candidate undergoes a detailed health examination reviewed by a qualified Occupational Physicians and Occupational Physician Registrars.
This comprehensive assessment determines the overall health and fitness of an employee for their specific role, ensuring they are capable of meeting job demands safely.
Musculoskeletal Fitness Assessment
These assessments are crucial for evaluating the strength, flexibility, and endurance of potential employees, especially in roles that are physically demanding. Ensuring that employees are physically capable of handling their tasks reduces the risk of work-related injuries.
Respiratory Fit Testing
This testing ensures that personal protective equipment fits properly and effectively protects employees from airborne hazards. Proper fit is vital for maintaining respiratory health in environments with potential air quality concerns, safeguarding against respiratory conditions.
Periodic Assessment
At regular intervals, an employee’s health is thoroughly examined by a qualified Occupational Physicians and Occupational Physician Registrars, to ensure overall health and fitness, identify any risks, and maintain optimal safety for staff and workplace wellbeing.
OSH Approved Quality Standards
At OSHGroup, our “OSH Approved” mark represents a commitment to exceptional quality and absolute certainty in all that we do.
It sets the benchmark for every medical assessment we conduct, ensuring that each one adheres to the highest possible standards.
Our qualified medical professionals conduct thorough evaluations with a level of care that reflects our pledge to maintain your trust through meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising competency.
Accreditation and Quality Assurance
Our commitment to quality extends to obtaining ISO 9001:2008 accreditation, which we achieved for our Perth-based operations on 8th July 2013.
This accreditation underscores our dedication to efficient systems and processes, enhancing our operational effectiveness and client satisfaction.
OSHGroup maintains a centralised, tiered Quality Assurance (QA) process that ensures all clinical results and reports are meticulously coordinated and reviewed at three levels:
This structured approach ensures that all medical assessments, whether regional, interstate, or international, receive consistent and high-level medical opinions that align with your medical guidelines.
Medical Concierge Team
To deliver efficient and quality-assured medical services, OSHGroup has established a dedicated Medical Concierge team at our head office. This team enhances your experience by providing:
OSHGroup is committed to excellence across our entire network. We actively set and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that align with our clients’ needs, and conduct regular audits of our affiliate network to ensure continuous improvement and the highest level of service.
Early risk identification not only enhances safety and wellness for all employees but is also instrumental in keeping insurance premiums low.
This is equally crucial for employees returning to work post-injury or illness, ensuring they can meet the inherent requirements of their roles both medically and physically.
Our Pre-Employment Medical (PEM) approach offers specialist-level assessments combined with strategic occupational health and safety (OHS) risk management advice.
We have shown that our tailored functional screening programs can significantly reduce insurance premiums and improve lost time injury statistics.
For instance, a pilot study we initiated in September 2012 involving tailored functional assessments showed a 28% reduction in injuries, dramatically outperforming the 4% reduction from generic assessments.
This targeted approach not only reduces injury rates but also substantially lowers the associated costs of workers’ compensation claims.
Appointment and Reporting Timeframes
OSHGroup is committed to efficiency, guaranteeing prompt appointments and swift reporting of results. Our internal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for turnaround times are as follows:
Note: Timeframes may extend if further investigations are required.
In cases where these KPIs are not met due to extenuating circumstances, we communicate promptly with clients about delays, estimated timeframes, and resolution planning.
Health Management Plans
When health risks are identified during an assessment, OSHGroup can develop individual Health Management Plans tailored to your company’s needs, providing strategic advice on risk management in the workplace.
These plans are designed on a case-by-case basis, ensuring specific, actionable strategies are in place.
Medical Review Officer (MRO) and Drug and Alcohol Advice
Our accredited Medical Review Officers (MROs) play a pivotal role in maintaining workplace safety through rigorous drug and alcohol policy management.
Our MROs are well-versed in the technical, regulatory, and practical aspects of drug and alcohol testing and management, offering the following services:
Drug and alcohol testing services are available both onsite at your workplace and at OSHGroup’s clinics, ensuring accessibility and convenience.
OSHGroup offers a variety of medical assessments including pre-employment medicals, periodic assessments, industry-specific assessments, executive health assessments, exit medicals, and other specialised assessments tailored to meet the needs of different industries and job roles.
To book a medical assessment, the simplest way is to book directly online here. Alternatively, you can contact us via our website or phone. You’ll need to provide details about the industry, job role, and any specific requirements or concerns you have so we can book you into the correct assessment.
Candidates can expect a series of health evaluations tailored to their specific job roles. These might include physical exams, spirometry, audiometry, drug and alcohol screening, and other relevant tests. The process is designed to identify any health issues that could affect their ability to perform their job safely and effectively.
Candidates can expect a series of health evaluations tailored to their specific job roles. These might include physical exams, spirometry, audiometry, drug and alcohol screening, and other relevant tests. The process is designed to identify any health issues that could affect their ability to perform their job safely and effectively.
Yes, all medical assessments at OSHGroup are conducted by experienced and qualified Occupational Physicians and Registrars, along with other medical professionals specialised in various aspects of occupational health.
If a health issue is identified, OSHGroup will provide detailed recommendations and possible treatment options. We also advise on workplace adjustments that might be needed to accommodate the employee’s health needs. Our team will work closely with you to ensure that all health issues are managed appropriately and in compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
