These assessments protect both the employer and the employee. For employers, they serve as an effective risk management tool, reducing the likelihood of workplace injuries, lost time, and costly claims. For employees, they provide education and awareness about personal health factors, empowering them to protect themselves against potential work-related injuries.

Our Occupational Health Nurses and Nurse Practitioners bring years of expertise in assessing job-specific requirements, physical demands and industry safety concerns. Each assessment is tailored to the role the candidate is being considered for, ensuring relevance and accuracy.

For organizations hiring outside their local area, Mercer Safety also offers access to a national network of clinics to accommodate out-of-town applicants.

A typical Pre-Employment Medical includes:

• Height, weight and body mass index (BMI)

• Cardiovascular examination (heart check, blood pressure, pulse, etc.)

• Full musculoskeletal examination with range-of-motion testing

• Central nervous system examination

• Abdominal examination (including hernia screening)

• Urinalysis (screening for diabetes, kidney, or bladder disorders)

• Respiratory examination

• Vision testing, including colour blindness assessment

With Mercer Safety’s Pre-Employment Medicals, your organization will:

• Ensure candidates are physically fit for their roles

• Reduce risk of workplace injury and illness

• Demonstrate due diligence in protecting worker health and safety

• Improve retention by matching workers to job demands

• Gain confidence in hiring decisions through professional, unbiased assessments