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<h2>Join 100,000+ employers running faster background checks with Checkr</h2>
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<h2>What is a pre-employment physical?</h2>
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<h2>What is a pre-employment physical?</h2>
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<p>A pre-employment physical, also known as a pre-placement test or human performance evaluation (HPE), is a medical exam performed by a physician or healthcare professional to measure a candidate’s general well-being and ability to perform job-related physical tasks, as well as identify any potential issues that might indicate a health problem that could impede their ability to do the job. The type of physical examination that’s conducted will depend on the requirements of the job and responsibilities of the position. For example, if the job requires lifting heavy objects, like in a warehouse, or is highly stressful, such as positions in air traffic control and police and fire departments.</p>
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<p>A pre-employment physical, also known as a pre-placement test or human performance evaluation (HPE), is a medical exam performed by a physician or healthcare professional to measure a candidate’s general well-being and ability to perform job-related physical tasks, as well as identify any potential issues that might indicate a health problem that could impede their ability to do the job. The type of physical examination that’s conducted will depend on the requirements of the job and responsibilities of the position. For example, if the job requires lifting heavy objects, like in a warehouse, or is highly stressful, such as positions in air traffic control and police and fire departments.</p>
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<p>Under the<a>Americans with Disabilities Act</a>(ADA), employers are prohibited from asking disability-related questions or requiring medical examinations until after a conditional job offer has been made to a candidate.</p>
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<p>Under the<a>Americans with Disabilities Act</a>(ADA), employers are prohibited from asking disability-related questions or requiring medical examinations until after a conditional job offer has been made to a candidate.</p>
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<h2>What is included in a pre-employment physical exam?</h2>
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<h2>What is included in a pre-employment physical exam?</h2>
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<p>A pre-employment physical exam includes measurements of weight, temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs. Depending on the employer and the skills required by the position, a pre-employment physical exam may also measure vital signs, test vision and hearing, and assess endurance, strength, stamina, and mental health.</p>
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<p>A pre-employment physical exam includes measurements of weight, temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs. Depending on the employer and the skills required by the position, a pre-employment physical exam may also measure vital signs, test vision and hearing, and assess endurance, strength, stamina, and mental health.</p>
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<h2>What does a pre-employment health screening consist of?</h2>
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<h2>What does a pre-employment health screening consist of?</h2>
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<p>A pre-employment health screening may consist of some or all of the following:</p>
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<p>A pre-employment health screening may consist of some or all of the following:</p>
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<ul><li>Measurement of vital signs, such as blood pressure</li>
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<ul><li>Measurement of vital signs, such as blood pressure</li>
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<li>Hearing and vision tests</li>
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<li>Hearing and vision tests</li>
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<li>Mental health/stress evaluations</li>
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<li>Mental health/stress evaluations</li>
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<li>Musculoskeletal examination</li>
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<li>Musculoskeletal examination</li>
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<li>Drug screening</li>
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<li>Drug screening</li>
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<li>Skin examination</li>
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<li>Skin examination</li>
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<li>Urinalysis</li>
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<li>Urinalysis</li>
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<li>Tests for tuberculosis, COVID-19, and other diseases</li>
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<li>Tests for tuberculosis, COVID-19, and other diseases</li>
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<li>Antibody tests and vaccines for MMR, Varicella, TB, and others</li>
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<li>Antibody tests and vaccines for MMR, Varicella, TB, and others</li>
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<li>Job-related screenings, such as respirator fit tests</li>
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<li>Job-related screenings, such as respirator fit tests</li>
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</ul><p>For some positions, certain medical tests are required by federal or state regulations, such as commercial drivers, law enforcement, firefighting, and aviation.</p>
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</ul><p>For some positions, certain medical tests are required by federal or state regulations, such as commercial drivers, law enforcement, firefighting, and aviation.</p>
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<h2>What should you wear for an employment physical exam?</h2>
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<h2>What should you wear for an employment physical exam?</h2>
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<p>Job candidates should wear clothing that is appropriate for a visit to the doctor. If the screening will test the candidate’s ability to run, stretch, bend, or lift heavy objects, the candidate should wear comfortable, athletic clothing and footwear.</p>
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<p>Job candidates should wear clothing that is appropriate for a visit to the doctor. If the screening will test the candidate’s ability to run, stretch, bend, or lift heavy objects, the candidate should wear comfortable, athletic clothing and footwear.</p>
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<p>Additionally, a candidate can prepare for the employment physical exam by bringing the appropriate paperwork. This may include personal identification, a list of prescriptions, health history, and any relevant employer information, such as lab orders.</p>
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<p>Additionally, a candidate can prepare for the employment physical exam by bringing the appropriate paperwork. This may include personal identification, a list of prescriptions, health history, and any relevant employer information, such as lab orders.</p>
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<p>Here is a general guide to how health screening and drug testing works with Checkr:</p>
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<p>Here is a general guide to how health screening and drug testing works with Checkr:</p>
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<ul><li>In your Checkr dashboard, issue an invitation to a candidate to participate in an occupational health screen and drug test.</li>
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<ul><li>In your Checkr dashboard, issue an invitation to a candidate to participate in an occupational health screen and drug test.</li>
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<li>The candidate receives the invitation then schedules and completes their appointment before the deadline set by the customer.</li>
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<li>The candidate receives the invitation then schedules and completes their appointment before the deadline set by the customer.</li>
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<li>Once the screening is completed, results are posted to the Checkr dashboard and to the candidate portal.</li>
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<li>Once the screening is completed, results are posted to the Checkr dashboard and to the candidate portal.</li>
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</ul><h2>Run a compliant occupational health screening program with Checkr</h2>
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</ul><h2>Run a compliant occupational health screening program with Checkr</h2>
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<p>Checkr offers pre-employment health screening options that can be customized to your needs. Checkr offers both occupational health screening and drug testing to streamline your<a>background checks</a>. Our online dashboard enables you to easily add screenings and view results with quick turnaround times. Our online scheduling capability enables candidates to schedule one test for all required screenings and easily find a location nearby with our nationwide partner network of 6,100+ clinics.<a>Get started today</a>.</p>
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<p>Checkr offers pre-employment health screening options that can be customized to your needs. Checkr offers both occupational health screening and drug testing to streamline your<a>background checks</a>. Our online dashboard enables you to easily add screenings and view results with quick turnaround times. Our online scheduling capability enables candidates to schedule one test for all required screenings and easily find a location nearby with our nationwide partner network of 6,100+ clinics.<a>Get started today</a>.</p>
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<h2>Join 100,000+ employers running faster background checks with Checkr</h2>
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<h2>Join 100,000+ employers running faster background checks with Checkr</h2>
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<h2>Disclaimer</h2>
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<h2>Disclaimer</h2>
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<p>The resources provided here are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. We advise you to consult your own counsel if you have legal questions related to your specific practices and compliance with applicable laws.</p>
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<p>The resources provided here are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. We advise you to consult your own counsel if you have legal questions related to your specific practices and compliance with applicable laws.</p>