After hours medical assessments for occupational health in Perth and Bunbury
How to Prepare for a Pre-Employment Medical
Perth Guide for FIFO, Mining, Construction, Oil & Gas and Industrial Workers
A pre-employment medical is a key step before starting work in many of Western Australia’s high-risk industries. This guide explains exactly what to expect, how to prepare, and how HireHealth helps workers pass their medicals with confidence — including weekend and afterhours appointments in Perth for urgent mobilisations.
Preparation matters - else you lose job opportunities
Being prepared for your pre-employment medical helps ensure:
- Faster appointment and processing
- More accurate results
- Reduced risk of unnecessary delays
- Better chance of meeting job requirements
- Smoother onboarding and mobilisation
Many workers lose job opportunities simply because they weren’t prepared, not because they were medically unfit.
What to Bring to Your Pre-Employment Medical
Bring the following items to your HireHealth pre-employment medical appointment:
1. Identification
- Valid photo ID (driver’s licence, passport)
2. Vision Aids
- Glasses
- Contact lenses
- Prescription details (optional)
3. Medication Information
- A list of current medications
- Dosages / strengths
4. Relevant Medical Records
- Letter from GP or specialist regarding ongoing medical conditions
5. Medical Questionnaire
- Job description
- Medical request form
- Functional requirements (if provided by employer)
What NOT TO DO prior to a pre-employment medical
For best results, avoid the following:
❌ Do NOT drink alcohol within 24 hours
Alcohol affects blood pressure, heart rate, and D&A results.
❌ Avoid energy drinks before your appointment
They may elevate heart rate and blood pressure.
❌ Avoid strenuous exercise immediately before your test
Can increase heart rate or trigger muscular fatigue.
❌ Do not skip medications
Unless specifically advised by a doctor.
❌ Avoid dehydration
It may affect urine tests and physical performance.
What TO DO prior to a pre-employment medical in Perth
What to Do Before Your Medical
✔ Stay hydrated
Helps with urine testing & functional capacity performance.
✔ Take medication as prescribed
Stopping medication may worsen your clinical exam results.
✔ Get a normal night’s sleep
Fatigue impacts blood pressure, coordination, and cognitive tasks.
✔ Wear appropriate clothing and footwear
Comfortable clothes for bending, lifting, stretching and stepping tests.
✔ Bring glasses, inhalers and/or medical devices
If you use puffers, ankle braces, etc.
✔ Have breakfast or a light meal
Helps stabilise blood sugar and performance.
What Happens During a Pre-Employment Medical
A typical HireHealth pre-employment medical includes three main parts:
1. Medical History Questionnaire
You answer questions about:
- Past injuries
- Surgeries
- Illnesses
- Medication use
- Mental health
- Respiratory and cardiovascular symptoms
- Sleep patterns (including Epworth Sleepiness Scale)
- Work environment suitability
2. Clinical Examination
A clinician will assess:
- Blood pressure & pulse
- Height, weight & BMI
- Vision (distance, near, colour)
- Hearing (WorkCover WA Audiometry)
- Lung function (Spirometry)
- Abdomen, skin, neurological and musculoskeletal systems
- Reflexes, balance & coordination
- Cardiovascular health
If your role requires it, optional tests may include:
- ECG
- Silica medical components
- Hazard exposure medicals
3. Functional Capacity Testing
For physical roles such as mining, construction, rig work, fabrication, driving, or trades.
Tasks may include:
- Lifting (floor to waist / shoulder)
- Carrying loads
- Pushing & pulling
- Squatting, kneeling, bending
- Overhead reaching
- Step tests / cardio testing
- Grip strength
- Core stability assessments
- Ladder climb or confined space simulation
This determines if you can safely handle site duties.
Understanding Drug & Alcohol Testing
Most WA employers require:
✔ Instant urine drug testing
Results available within minutes.
✔ Breath alcohol test
NOTE: If the instant test shows a “non-negative” result:
- A sample is sent for laboratory confirmation
- Mobilisation may be delayed
Tip: Avoid poppy seeds, hemp products, certain cold medications, and supplements before your medical.
Recommendations:
+ Manage your blood pressure
Hydrate, avoid stimulants, rest well.
+ Bring medication documentation
Clinicians can better assess stability & safety.
+ Be honest during medical history
Inconsistencies may raise concerns.
+ Advise us if you have medical conditions
We can prepare the assessment accordingly.
What Happens After the Medical?
You will receive:
Worker outcome
- Confirmation of attendance
- Advice on next steps (if any)
Employer report (same day for most medicals)
- Fit for work
- Fit with restrictions
- Not fit (with explanation and recommendations)
HireHealth can also send reports directly to:
- Mobilisation teams
- HR
- Safety departments
- Site medical teams
Why customers choose HireHealth for Occupational Health Medicals in Perth
1. Same-Day Reporting
Full written report emailed to employers within hours.
2. Weekend & Afterhours Appointments
Rare in Perth — ideal for FIFO workers flying out Monday.
3. Experienced Clinicians
We specialise in high-risk WA industries and functional human movement.
4. Tailored to Your Job Requirements
Our FCAs are based on actual job demands — not a generic checklist.
5. Seamless Worker Flow
We can combine FCA + Pre-Employment Medical + Drug & Alcohol test in one session.
6. WorkSafe WA Compliant
Our processes align with WA’s occupational health requirements and duty-of-care standards.