The Examination

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The OEUK / OGUK assessments last approximately 20 minutes (30 minutes for GWO / RUK) and involves examination of the main systems of the body such as heart, lungs, ENT, neurological and musculoskeletal system.

Also included are

• Blood Pressure and pulse
• BMI
• Vision
• Audiometry (hearing test)
• Oral Examination

Depending on the type of medical and guidelines at the time, there may also include lung function test (Spirometry or Peak Flow) and a Urine test to screen for diabetes or the presence of blood or protein

If you wear contact lenses, please bring a spare pair, lens solution or glasses as your vision will be tested with and without visual aid.

For the shoulder width measurement you will need to wear a sleeveless top or remove your upper garments. A chaperone can be made available if requested.

If you have any medical conditions, had surgery or take medication, please ensure you advise us in advance of the appointment so that there are no delays in obtaining additional information that may be required before a certificate can be issued.

Additional tests can be undertaken if specifically requested by the employer and only with the consent of the candidate

eg: Urine Drug screen, ECG, Chest X-ray, blood tests

You will need to provide the following:

• Complete a health questionnaire and signed declaration (provided before the examination)

• Photo I.D. (originals only) such as a Passport or Drivers licence.

If the medical is paid for by your employer / agency, the certificate remains their property and will only be issued to you with their express permission

Any price savings when medicals are taken together will only apply if booked and undertaken at the same time. The savings will not apply if booked and undertaken separately. 

The maximum duration of an OEUK or RUK certificate is 2 years.

The certificate may be shorter if 

- there are findings that need earlier review

  eg. High BMI, recent onset hearing deficit

- you have a medical condition that is not well controlled

  eg. Inflammatory Arthritis, Diabetes and Other Endocrine Disorders

- You are on a medication that needs frequent blood monitoring and or dose adjustments 

  eg. Immunosuppressant, DMARD, Hormone Therapy 

Ongoing outpatient care usually requires shorter certificates to match the frequency of review 

eg. 12 month certificate where review is annual

* where the condition has been well controlled for several years without disease progression or need for medication / dose change, a 2 year certificate may be possible 

Cancer Examinees in Remission are issued certificates based on the length of remission and requirements for clinical follow up.