Job-Specific Medicals
Not Every Job is the same. Neither are our medicals.
Job-specific medicals are tailored to specific employment requirements. We ask: What’s the role? What are the physical and psychological demands? What’s at stake if something goes wrong? And then we tailor the assessment accordingly.
Who Needs a Job-Specific Medical?
There is no one-size-fits-all medicine.
What’s Covered in the Medical?
Every medical is different but here’s what we commonly assess:
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New hires being onboarded into physically demanding or safety-critical roles
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Workers returning after injury or illness
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Employees being transferred into a new position with different risk levels
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Contractors requiring site access based on specific job tasks
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Anyone whose role includes legal or regulatory health clearances
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General health screening (including vitals, medical history, and medication)
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Vision and hearing checks relevant to the role (e.g. driving, machine work)
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Musculoskeletal assessment for physical strain, lifting, or repetitive motion
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Cardiovascular and respiratory evaluation to ensure endurance and fitness for demanding environments
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Neurological and reflex testing where coordination or fine motor skills
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Role-specific risk screening (e.g. working at heights, confined spaces, hazardous exposure)
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Mental and emotional resilience screening for high-pressure or isolated roles
How It Works
Because medicals shouldn’t be a maze of emails and guesswork.
Tell Us What You Need
Every role, industry, and worker is different. We start by understanding what kind of medical you need, who it’s for, and what regulations apply—no guessing, no assumptions.
We Handle the Booking
Whether it’s one employee or fifty, our team manages all the scheduling, reminders, and paperwork. We’ll make it easy for you and your team to show up prepared.
The Medical Gets Done—Properly
We don’t rush people in and out. Our assessments are thorough, role-appropriate, and handled by qualified professionals who understand both health and compliance.
You Get Clear, Actionable Results
We’ll deliver the reports, flag any issues, and let you know exactly what’s next—whether the person is cleared, needs follow-up, or requires workplace adjustments.
Enquire Now
Compliance and workforce health should never be left to chance. For individuals, we provide the medical examinations and compliance certificates you need to meet regulatory requirements and safeguard your employability. For companies, we deliver tailored, evidence-based assessments that ensure your workforce is fit for duty, helping you meet legal obligations and protect both your people and your business.
With every assessment, we go beyond generic ‘fit notes’, offering defensible, medically sound decisions that stand up to scrutiny. The result is peace of mind: knowing your employees are safe, your organisation is compliant, and your decisions are backed by best practice.
Contact us today to discuss your requirements, whether for a single compliance certificate or a comprehensive workforce health programme. We will design the right solution for your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Basic Info
What exactly is a job-specific medical?
It’s a medical assessment designed around the actual demands of the job; not just a general checkup. We look at the physical, mental, and regulatory requirements tied to a specific role to make sure the person can safely and effectively do the work.
Who decides what gets tested?
We do it together. You tell us what the job involves, and we align the medical with any legal or industry-specific requirements. If you’re not sure what applies, we’ll guide you.
How long does the process take?
Most job-specific medicals take between 30 to 60 minutes per person, depending on the complexity. For larger groups, we’ll work with you to schedule things efficiently without holding up your operations.
Is this the same as a fitness-for-work certificate?
No. A generic fitness-for-work form is usually broad and doesn’t factor in role-specific risks. A job-specific medical goes deeper and gives you a clearer, legally stronger assessment tied to the actual position.
Can I use one medical for multiple jobs?
If the jobs have the same risk profile—maybe. But if one involves confined spaces and the other is office-based, it’s unlikely. Each role deserves its own assessment. It’s safer for the worker and smarter for your liability.
Service Specific Info
What roles require job-specific medicals?
Anything with physical strain, high responsibility, or legal risk. Think machine operators, construction workers, offshore staff, commercial drivers, and even senior execs in high-pressure environments. If there’s risk, there should be a role-specific medical.
Do you assess psychological fitness too?
Yes—if the job calls for it. For roles involving isolation, high stress, or critical decision-making (like offshore work or security-sensitive positions), we can include mental health screening and cognitive assessments as part of the medical.
Can you customise the assessments?
Absolutely. If you have internal health policies, additional checks, or legacy systems, we’ll work them into the process. Just send us your criteria and we’ll align and advise.
What happens if someone fails the medical?
We’ll walk you through the findings, explain any limitations, and help you determine next steps. This could include reassigning the person, recommending treatment, or arranging a re-test. We focus on solutions, not red stamps.
Are your assessments legally recognised?
Yes. Our job-specific medicals meet South African regulatory standards and are handled by qualified practitioners. Where applicable, they also align with guidelines from bodies like the Department of Labour, SAMSA, and relevant industry authorities.