Your employer may request a physical examination be conducted prior to your start date to ensure that you are physically and mentally fit for the job. The parameters that are tested may differ depending on what your employer wants to know. However, most often these exams are fairly basic, checking vitals, general health, and measurements! Pre-employment exams assess a candidate’s:
- Vitals
- Breathing capability
- Heartbeat irregularities
- Blood pressure
- Vision
- Hearing
- Responsiveness
- Weight
- Physicality
- Making note of injuries