Occupational health assessments, also known as workplace medicals, are essential for maintaining the health and wellbeing of your workforce while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. These assessments are particularly important for safety-critical industries like Network Rail and construction. However, they are increasingly being adopted by service-based industries as part of comprehensive employee benefit packages.

Booking an occupational health assessment

Our Clinical Advisors will assess your needs and recommend the appropriate assessment.
We'll suggest the nearest clinic or medical centre, or offer on-site assessments based on location and number of candidates.
Appointment details will be confirmed via secure email.
Reports and any associated drug and alcohol test results will be provided on completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are occupational health assessments important?

Occupational health assessments are essential for:

Compliance with Health & Safety Regulations: Required for industries like construction, utilities, and rail, ensuring workers meet the necessary health and fitness standards.
Safety of High-Risk Personnel: Crucial for employees performing safety-critical tasks, particularly in high-risk environments.
Industry-Specific Requirements: For example, Network Rail PTS medical assessments ensure compliance with the RISQS Scheme and Network Rail’s medical fitness standards.
Improved Employee Health: Regular assessments support workforce fitness, reducing the risk of work-related illness or injury and boosting productivity.
Personal Benefits: Promotes better overall health, leading to a more active and fulfilling lifestyle for employees outside of work.

What happens at an occupational health assessment?

ccupational health assessments are mandatory in many industries and can be conducted at medical centres, local clinics, or onsite. These assessments often include:

Audiometric Testing (Hearing)
Lung Function Assessment (Spirometry, optional)
HAVs (Hand Arm Vibration)
Vision Testing (Distance, Colour, Visual Field)
Blood & Urine Tests (Diabetes, Protein Check)
Cardiovascular Health (Blood Pressure)
Balance, Mobility & Coordination (Romberg Test)
General Health (BMI)
Occupational Hygiene (Noise, Dust, Vibration Monitoring)
Drug & Alcohol Testing

Additional industry-specific assessments may include:

Working at Height
Confined Spaces
Cold Store
Crane Operator
Skin Health

Follow-up assessments may be required if medical fitness standards are not met.

What occupational health assessments do Crystal Health Group offer?

We offer two main types of occupational health assessments to meet industry demands:

Rail Medical Assessments

Compliant with Network Rail's medical fitness requirements and approved under the Rail Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme (RISQS), we provide a full range of specialist rail medicals, including:

Competence-specific medical fitness (PTS, COSS, IWA, Signallers, Cross Keepers)
Train Driver & Train Movement medicals
Pre-placement medicals
Periodic medical assessments

Safety critical medical assessments

Initially focused on the construction industry, we now provide safety critical medicals across various high-risk sectors. This assessment includes:

Medical assessments for safety-critical workers
Pre-placement questionnaires
General health & lifestyle assessments

Local clinics, medical centres, and mobile locations throughout the UK

For your convenience, we have a network of occupational health locations throughout the UK. As a result, we can provide appointments for you in your local area. Or we can arrange for a certified Occupational Health Technician to visit your workplace or other suitable on-site location.

Find your nearest occupational health assessment location