Originally Posted by
Dreamergirl
Hey!
Can you you pretty please tell us what your medical day entailed? Was there a blood test and ear test? Is it true you gotta do 20 pushups and sit-ups etc? Haha So nervous about it all so any info would help ease my mind haha,
Thanks so much !
Hi,
This is a very detailed excerpt but hope it will give you a thorough idea,
Cheers
What is involved?
Each assessment is designed to run for approximately 60 minutes and is divided into three parts.
Please be aware that your blood pressure and heart rate will be checked prior to any functional or strength testing. If your blood pressure is above 160/100, or your heart rate is above 100 beats per minute you will not be able to complete any functional or strength tests. A GP clearance letter will be required. It may be necessary for you to have a follow up appointment with the physiotherapist in order to complete the missed components of the assessment. Please refrain from ingesting any caffeine or smoking prior to your assessment to ensure an accurate reading.
- Part A: Detailed subjective history; and
- Part B: Testing of specific manual handling abilities and techniques Including:
- Lifting and carrying of different loads
- Grip Strength
- Repetitive Lifting
- Lifting techniques
- Lower Limb Flexibility and Strength
- Upper Limb Flexibility and Strength
- Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar Flexibility and Strength
- Part C: Further Testing (only if applicable)
- Urine Sample.
- This is a drug test that will detect the presence of small amounts of illegal drugs in your system. If you are on a prescription medication which you believe will affect this test please bring in a letter from your GP. Ensure you disclose all medications you are taking as some may affect the test.
- Blood Pressure Screening
- This is basic test which measures your resting blood pressure. This can identify people who may be at risk of heart conditions or who may be unsuitable for intense exercise.
- Hearing Screening
- This is a screening tool which checks your hearing in each ear based on your responses when tones of varying frequency and volume are played. If you have recently been exposed to loud noises, or suffered a cold or sinus infection, please let the assessor know.
- Vision Screening
- Your vision will be checked both with and without aids. If you wear glasses or contacts, please remember to bring these to the assessment, as well as fluid to remove contacts if required.
- Cardiovascular Fitness Screening
- A 3 minute step test is used to assess your endurance and fitness. Please wear clothing appropriate for exercising.
- Psychological screening
- A short screening questionnaire is used which asks several broad questions about your mental wellbeing. Please answer truthfully to the best of your ability.
- Lung function
- This test assesses your breathing and lung capacity, which can help determine your suitability for endurance tasks.
What Happens after the Assessment?
The physiotherapist will submit a report to your potential employer based on the findings. Note that the physiotherapist will not tell you any of the results or recommendations that they make. Pre-employment assessments are not “pass or fail” but rather a summary of your current abilities and medical/injury history.