OSHAD-SF Code of Practice CoP 5.0 - Occupational Health Screening and Medical Surveillance

Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System
Framework
(OSHAD-SF)
Code of Practice
CoP 5.0 – Occupational Health Screening and Medical
Surveillance
Version 3.1
June 2017

Important Note:
(Document Republished for Continued Implementation
under Abu Dhabi Public Health Center)
(إعادة نشر الوثيقة الستمرار التطبيق بإشراف مركز أبوظبي للصحة العامة)

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 3
2. Training and Competency..................................................................................................... 4
3. Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Roles and Responsibilities ........................................................................................ 5
4. Record Keeping .................................................................................................................. 10
5. References ......................................................................................................................... 11
6. Document Amendment Record .......................................................................................... 12
Appendix 1: Specified Occupations Requiring Medical Screening ................................................. 13
Appendix 2: Hazardous Materials or Exposures Requiring Medical Surveillance ........................... 26
Appendix 3: Sample General Health History Questionnaire ........................................................... 52
Appendix 4: Sample Employment Medical Examination Form........................................................ 56
Appendix 5: Sample Seafarers Certificate of Medical Fitness ........................................................ 59

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1. Introduction
(a) This Code of Practice (CoP) applies to all employers and places of business within the
Emirate of Abu Dhabi. If requirements of this document conflict with requirements set by
another regulatory authority, employers are required to follow the more stringent
requirement.
(b) This CoP identifies specific requirements for occupational health screening/fitness to work
and medical surveillance for employees performing any of the job duties found in Appendix
1 or exposed to chemicals/materials listed in Appendix 2 of this CoP.
(c) Occupational health screening shall be undertaken with regards to the potential exposures
expected related to the employees occupation and before an employee is exposed to a
hazardous work environment.
(d) Medical surveillance shall be undertaken after a risk assessment and/or occupational
hygiene assessments have been undertaken to assess the extent of the exposure and after
other control measures implemented to control exposure to an acceptable level using the
principles of risk management and the hierarchy of control.

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2. Training and Competency
(a) Employers shall ensure that EHS training complies with the requirements of:
(i) OSHAD-SF – Element 5 – Training, Awareness and Competency;
(ii) OSHAD-SF – Mechanism 7.0 – OSH Professional Entity Registration; and
(iii) OSHAD-SF – Mechanism 8.0 – OSH Practitioner Registration.
(b) Training programs shall be tailor-made to meet the needs of employees performing any of
the job duties found in Appendix 1 or exposed to chemicals/materials listed in Appendix 2 of
this CoP. Training shall focus on ways to reduce exposures to occupational hazards that
could affect the employees’ health.
(c) Employers shall ensure all relevant employees and contractors covered by the requirements
of the CoP are informed of the requirements of occupational health screening and medical
surveillance.
(d) Employers shall inform all employees of the requirement of Section 4.0 of this CoP and their
right to medical record protection and medical confidentiality.
(e) Employers shall ensure that person(s) responsible for development and implementation of
Occupational Health screening and medical surveillance programs are competent to do so.

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3. Requirements
3.1 Roles and Responsibilities
3.1.1 Employers
(a) Employers shall undertake their roles and responsibilities in accordance with the general
requirements of OSHAD-SF – Element 1 – Roles, Responsibilities and Self-Regulation
Section 3.2.5
(b) Every employer shall be responsible for performing a risk assessment in accordance with
OSHAD-SF – Element 2 – Risk Management to determine the risks associated to job tasks
and determine the requirements of their occupational health and medical surveillance
program.
(c) Employers shall maintain medical records and medical confidentiality in accordance with
Section 4.0 of this CoP.
(d) Employers shall arrange for medical surveillance of employees that have been or it is
reasonably practicable to believe they have been exposed to a hazardous material if:
(i) the material is listed in Appendix 2 and the degree of risk to the health of the employee
is significant; or
(ii) the employer reasonably believes that:
1. an identifiable adverse effect may be related to exposure;
2. the health effect may happen under the work conditions of the employee;
3. a valid biological or technical technique or test is available to detect the signs of the
health effect or a valid biological monitoring procedure is available to detect the
material or its metabolite; and
4. other Federal or Local legislation/regulations requires such surveillance to be
conducted.
(e) If the medical surveillance relates to an occupation listed in Appendix 1 the employer shall:
(i) arrange for the medical surveillance to be done by a HAAD licensed physician under
the supervision of a HAAD licensed Occupational Medicine Specialist; and
(ii) ask the physician to give the employee and the employer a medical surveillance report
which includes a description of the effects of the material or exposure on the
employees' health and the need, if any, for remedial action or treatment; and an
explanation of the report.
(f) Employers with occupational health screening and medical surveillance programs shall use
an employee general health history questionnaire to collect, at a minimum, the following
information (see Appendix 3 for sample questionnaire):
(i) occupational history - physical, chemical, biological, radiological, and ergonomic
stressors from previous employers;
(ii) personal risk factors - personal and family history, allergies, and lifestyle;
(iii) previous medical conditions;

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(iv) medical history - including surgical history or pregnancy in females; and
(v) immunization history - if applicable.
(g) employers shall communicate the results of the occupational health screening and/or
medical surveillance to the employee. This includes:
(i) informing employees of all findings and provide them with a copy of medical exam
report;
(ii) providing any follow up treatment for employment related health problems, if needed;
(iii) counselling and education about relevant occupational hazards; and
(iv) provide follow up health education to ensure employee understands the health risks of
his/her occupation and/or lifestyle habits.
(h) the employer, or employer provided insurance (if included), shall pay all associated costs for
the occupational health screening and medical surveillance. Employees shall not be held
responsible for any costs associated with these programs, including time required to
undertake the programme/screening or surveillance tests or any other associated travel
costs which shall be provided by the employer.
3.1.2 Employees
(a) Employees shall undertake their roles and responsibilities in accordance with the general
requirements of OSHAD-SF – Element 1 – Roles, Responsibilities and Self-Regulation
Section 3.2.7.
(b) Employees shall participate in any medical surveillance program or occupational health
screening program if their job tasks or a risk assessment indicates the exposure warrants
such screening or surveillance and as required by their employer.
(c) Employees have a right to decline to take part in occupational health screening or
surveillance programs but shall be informed of the consequences by the employer or a
qualified physician and evidence of the decision shall be recorded in writing along with the
employee’s, employer’s and physician’s signatures.
(d) Employees shall report to any place required for the screening or surveillance to be
conducted as advised by their employer.
(e) Employees shall report any adverse effects or symptoms associated with their work or
exposure to a particular hazard at work to the employer or supervisor which shall be
recorded in writing and investigated.
(f) Employees have a right to request copies of their records or risk assessment results and an
explanation of the results in a language they understand through the use of a translator.
3.2 General Requirements for Occupational Health Screening:
(a) For occupations listed in Appendix 1, or any high risk activities as determined by the risk
assessment (refer to 3.1.1(b)), occupational health screening and medical examinations
shall be conducted to determine:

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(i) if employees are medically and physically able to perform the assigned duties without
substantial risk of harm to themselves, others, or the job to be performed (fitness for
duty examinations); and
(ii) to identify pre-existing medical conditions which may be aggravated by workplace
hazards or exposures.
(b) Employers shall also include employees in the occupational health screening program if it is
reasonably practicable to believe that:
(i) an identifiable adverse effect may be related to the occupation;
(ii) the health effect may happen under the work conditions of the employee; and
(iii) the employee’s occupational activities and tasks may involve a risk to themselves or
others shall occupational health screening or medical surveillance not be undertaken.
(c) An employer shall arrange for occupational health screening of employees.
(d) The employer shall pay all of the associated costs for the occupational health screening.
3.3 General Requirements for Medical Surveillance:
(a) Medical surveillance programs shall be based on the results of the risk assessment as
required by Section 3.1.1(b) and/or the results of an occupational hygiene survey which
warrants such surveillance based upon exposure assessment results.
(b) In the absence of industrial hygiene and exposure data, a qualified occupational physician
licensed by HAAD shall make a decision on the placement of employees into the medical
surveillance program based on knowledge of the workplace processes, job requirements,
exposures and occupational history of the employee.
(c) Data collected from medical surveillance shall be evaluated at a minimum annually to
determine if the workplace is causing or contributing to employee’s injuries or illnesses due
to occupational exposures. When data suggests that there is a link, control measures shall
be implemented to reduce the risk to as low as reasonably practicable as well as additional
medical surveillance if warranted.
3.4 Types of Occupational Health Screening and Medical Surveillance
(a) Occupational Health Screening/ Baseline Examinations: These examinations are performed
before placement in a specific job to medically assess if the employees shall be able to
perform the job safely. They may be combined with occupational medical surveillance to
record a baseline of values for future comparison. These examinations shall be done before
the employee commences work. However, if the individual has already started work, these
examinations shall be completed within 30 days of assignment. (Refer Appendix 4 for en
example Employment Medical Examination Form.)
(b) Periodic Medical Surveillance Examinations: Periodic monitoring examinations are
conducted with appropriate frequency dependent on the results of risk assessments.
Periodic examinations may include an interval history, a physical examination, and/or clinical
and laboratory screening tests based on exposures or work place requirements and
demands.

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(c) Termination of Employment Examinations: These examinations are designed to assess
pertinent aspects of an employee’s health when the employee leaves employment.
Documentation of examination results may be beneficial in assessing the relationship of any
future medical problems to an exposure in the workplace.
(d) Termination of Exposure Examinations: These examinations are performed when exposure
to a specific hazard has ceased. Exposure may cease when a employee is reassigned, a
process is changed, or the employee leaves employment.
(e) Specific Occupations/Occupational Groups: Some occupations or occupational groups, such
as those listed in Appendix 1, have specific job demands and requirements which are
important for the tasks or activities of the job to be completed safely and these occupations
or groups shall undergo occupational health screening with appropriate tests and follow up
medical surveillance done if exposure warrants this.
3.5 Medical Records and Medical Confidentiality:
(a) Medical records shall be maintained in a secure location where only medical personnel or
medical program managers have access to the records.
(i) in the event that employers do not have medical personal or a medical program
manager, medical records may be maintained at a HAAD licensed medical facility; or
(ii) the employer may assign an OSH staff member or other employee the duties of
maintaining medical records and ensuring records are secure.
(b) At no time may medical records be provided to Human Resources, management, or any
other representative of the entity as a means to evaluate:
(i) the performance of an employee;
(ii) if an employee shall be retained or contract renewed unless medically
justifiable; or
(iii) as a means to determine if an employee shall be promoted.
(c) Medical records shall not be provided to any person or party outside the employer or
employer approved medical provider without the written consent of the employee.
(d) Medical record data may be used to evaluate the health of employees in general, guide
employer sponsored wellness programs, or determine funding of employee sponsored
wellness programs. When used for these purposes, the employer shall:
(i) remove any data that could be used to identify an employee; and
(ii) ensure data of a single employee is not provided as standalone data.
(e) Insurance claim forms shall be maintained with the same confidentiality as medical records.
(f) Employee can request a copy of their medical records and a copy shall be provided within
five (5) working days. Employees may not be charged for receiving a copy of their medical
records.

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(g) Employees and medical professionals that have access to employee medical records shall
not discuss the contents of the records, or the health of employees to anyone not associated
with providing medical care to the employees.

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4. Record Keeping
(a) The employer shall maintain an accurate record of each employee undergoing medical
surveillance or screening. The employer shall assure that this medical record is maintained
for the duration of employment and for a period of 30 years thereafter.
(b) All records must be retained if they are part of an external investigation or legal proceedings.
(c) Medical records shall include, but not limited to:
(i) doctor’s written opinion as to the employee’s suitability for employment in specific job
role;
(ii) any medical complaint by the employee related to exposure to the toxic material or
hazardous material;
(iii) a copy of any employee exposure monitoring reports which were conducted at an
employee’s work site;
(iv) a copy of the employee's employment history; and
(v) medical surveillance and/or screening records and exposure monitoring records shall
be available for review by employees and the relevant SRA.

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5. References
• OSHAD-SF – Element 1 – Roles, Responsibilities and Self-Regulation
• OSHAD-SF – Element 2 – Risk Management
• OSHAD-SF – Element 5 – Training Awareness and Competency
• OSHAD-SF – Mechanism 7.0 -OSH Professional Entity Registration
• OSHAD-SF - Mechanism 8.0 - OSH Practitioner Registration
• US Department of Labor. OSHA 3162-12R 2009. Screening and Surveillance Guide.
Available at: URL: http://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3162.pdf
• Department of Transport (UK). DVLA. Medical Standards for fitness to drive. Available at:
URL: http://www.dft.gov.uk/dvla/medical/ataglance.aspx
• UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Civil Aviation Regulations. Part II. Chapter 5
• CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA. Atlanta, GA. Available at URL:
http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2012/table-of-contents.htm
• NFPA. Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Requirements for Fire
Departments Standard 1582, USA. Available at URL:
http://www.nfpa.org/aboutthecodes/AboutTheCodes.asp?DocNum=1582
• Palmer K, Cox, R and Brown, I. Fitness for Work the Medical Aspect 4th Ed. Oxford
University Press. Oxford Medical Publications. 2007
• ILO. Guidelines for Conducting Pre-Sea and Periodic Medical Fitness Examinations for
Seafarers (2007)
• Health and Safety Executive (UK). The Medical Examination and Assessment of Divers
(MA1). Available at URL: http://www.hse.gov.uk/diving/ma1.pdf
• Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2008.
Schedule 8 Hazardous Materials for which health surveillance shall be supplied.
Queensland Australia

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6. Document Amendment Record
Version Revision
Date Description of Amendment Page/s
Affected
2.0 February
2012 First Issue All
3.0 1st July
2016
Change of Logo All
Change from AD EHS Center to OSHAD throughout
Change of document title: AD EHSMS RF to OSHAD-SF Throughout
Acknowledgements deleted 2/3
Preface Deleted 4
3.0 1st July
2016 Document Withdrawn All
3.1 18th June
2017
Clause 3.1.1(d)(iii) to 3.1.1(d)(vi) renumbered to 3.1.1(e)
to (h) 6-9
OSHAD-SF – Element 5 – Training, Awareness and
Competency added to references 11
OSHAD-SF – Mechanism 7.0 & 8.0 added to references 11

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Appendix 1: Specified Occupations Requiring Medical
Screening
• Professional Drivers (taxi, bus, truck drivers etc.)
• Aviators (Air Crew-pilots, Flight Crew-cabin attendants, Flight Despatcher etc.)
• Health Care Workers (Physicians, Nurses, Nursing Assistants, Dentist, Therapists –
physiotherapists, occupational therapists, respiratory therapists, Technicians – ECG, respiratory,
radiographer, laboratory, radiology, sterilization)
• Professional Divers
• Emergency Responders (fire fighters, police, civil defense, ambulance personnel, hazmat
emergency responders etc.)
• Sea Farers (Marine Skippers / Captains, Boat Masters and Seaman etc.)

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Professional Drivers
Includes: Taxi, truck, heavy equipment – cranes, bulldozers, forklift drivers etc.
Sub Type: Group 1: Taxi Driver (1 to 7 passengers)
Workplaces: Taxi company, Private, Commercial
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination: Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Investigation: Visual acuity and Colour vision
Restriction:
Vision Test: Typically 6/9 in better eye
Colour Vision: Ability to recognize signals
Seizure free for 7 years with medication
Malignant tumors of the brain = 1 year off driving
Cardiac Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) = Cease driving for 4 weeks
Absence of hypoglycaemic episodes
Acute psychotic disorder, Mania, Schizophrenia; Must cease driving
immediately - stable for 3 months can drive
Alcohol misuse : 6 months with controlled drinking
Alcohol dependence: 1 y without dependence
Drug abuse: At least one year without abuse
Sleep apnoea: If causing excessive sleep (in working hours)
Periodic Medical: At the time of taking license 18 years to 70 years
Once every 3 years - no upper limit
References: Department of Transport (UK). DVLA. Medical Standards for fitness to
drive.
Sub Type: Group 2: Bus, Taxi (8 or more passengers) - Category: D
Workplaces: Commercial drivers
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination: Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Investigation: Visual acuity and Colour vision
Restriction:
Complete Stage 3 of Bruce Protocol
Vision Test: Typically 6/9 in better eye
Colour Vision: Ability to recognize signals
Monocular Vision: not allowed to drive
Seizure free for 10 years without medication
Malignant tumours of the brain 2 years off driving

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CABG cease driving for 3 months
Absence of hypoglycaemic episodes
Acute psychotic disorder, Mania, Schizophrenia;
Must cease driving immediately require stable for 3 years to drive
Alcohol misuse : 1 year with controlled drinking
Alcohol dependence: 3 years without dependence
Drug abuse: At least one year without abuse
Sleep apnoea: If causing excessive sleep (in working hours)
Periodic Medical: At the time of taking license 21 years to 45 years
45 years and older: Medical every 5 years till age 65 years
65 years and older: Medical annually without upper limit
References: Department of Transport (UK). DVLA. Medical Standards for fitness to
drive.
Sub Type: Group 2: Commercial Vehicle 3.5 to 7.5 ton - Category: C
Workplaces: Commercial drivers
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination: Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Investigation: Visual acuity
Colour vision
Restriction:
Complete Stage 3 of Bruce Protocol
Vision Test: Typically 6/9 in better eye
Colour Vision: Ability to recognize signals
Monocular Vision: not allowed to drive
Seizure free for 10 years without medication
Malignant tumours of the brain 2 years off driving
CABG cease driving for 3 months
Absence of hypoglycemic episodes
Acute psychotic disorder, Mania, Schizophrenia;
Must cease driving immediately - Require stable for 3 years to drive
Alcohol misuse : 1 year with controlled drinking
Alcohol dependence: 3 years without dependence
Drug abuse: At least one year without abuse
Sleep apnea: If causing excessive sleep (in working hours)
Periodic Medical: At the time of taking license 21 years to 45 years
45 years and older: Medical every 5 years till age 65 years
65 years and older: Medical annually without upper limit
References: Department of Transport (UK) DVLA Medical Standards for fitness to drive.

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Sub Type: Heavy Equipment - eg. Crane, Bulldozer
Workplaces: Construction, demolition, renovation
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination: Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Investigation: Visual acuity , Stereoscopic vision
Colour vision
Restriction:
Complete Stage 3 of Bruce Protocol
Vision Test: Typically 6/9 in better eye
Colour Vision: Ability to recognize signals
Monocular Vision: not allowed to drive
Stereopsis: not allowed for crane or forklift operator
Seizure free for 10 years without medication
Malignant tumours of the brain 2 years off driving
CABG cease driving for 3 months
Absence of hypoglycaemic episodes
Acute psychotic disorder, Mania, Schizophrenia;
Must cease driving immediately - Require stable for 3 years to drive
Alcohol misuse : 1 year with controlled drinking
Alcohol dependence: 3 years without dependence
Drug abuse: At least one year without abuse
Sleep apnoea: If causing excessive sleep (in working hours)
Periodic Medical:
At the time of taking license 21 years to 45 years
45 years and older: Medical every 5 years till age 65 years
65 years and older: Medical annually without upper limit
References: Department of Transport (UK). DVLA. Medical Standards for fitness to
drive.
Palmer K, Cox, R and Brown, I. Fitness for Work the Medical Aspect 4th
Ed. Oxford University Press. Oxford Medical Publications. 2007.

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Aviators
Includes: Air Crew-pilots, Flight Crew-cabin attendants, Flight Despatcher etc.
Sub Type: Air Crew -Pilots
Workplaces: Civil Aviation, Commercial Airlines, private planes
Health History: UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Application Form for Aviation
Medical Certificate.
Physical Examination:
UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Form for Aviation Medical Certificate
Class 1, 2, 3
(require to be Approved Medical Examiner)
Investigation:
Visual acuity
Colour Vision: ability to reliably identify red, white, green (normal colour
vision not always required)
Hearing (voice test)
Pulmonary peak flow rate
EKG (if required by history)
Restriction: As per UAE General Civil Aviation Authority Policies
Periodic Medical: As per UAE General Civil Aviation Authority Policies
References: UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Civil Aviation regulations. Part II.
Chapter 5. Medical provisions for Licensing.
Sub Type: Flight Crew - Cabin Attendants
Workplaces: Civil Aviation, Commercial Airlines, private planes
Health History: UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Application Form for Aviation
Medical Certificate.
Physical Examination:
UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Form for Aviation Medical Certificate
Class 1, 2, 3
(require to be Approved Medical Examiner)
Investigation:
Visual acuity
Colour Vision: ability to reliably identify red, white, green (normal colour
vision not always required)
Hearing (voice test)
Pulmonary peak flow rate
EKG (if required by history)
Restriction: As per UAE General Civil Aviation Authority Policies
Periodic Medical: As per UAE General Civil Aviation Authority Policies
References: UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Civil Aviation regulations. Part II.
Chapter 5. Medical provisions for Licensing.

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Sub Type: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Workplaces: Civil Aviation, Commercial Airlines, private planes
Health History: UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Application Form for Aircraft
Maintenance Engineer Medical Certificate
Physical Examination:
UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Form for Aircraft Maintenance
Engineer Medical Certificate (required to be Approved Medical
Examiner)
Investigation: Visual acuity
Colour Vision: ability to reliably identify red, white, green (normal
colour vision not always required)
Hearing (voice test)
Restriction: As per UAE General Civil Aviation Authority policies
Periodic Medical: As per UAE General Civil Aviation Authority policies
References: UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Civil Aviation regulations. Part
II. Chapter 5. Medical provisions for Licensing.

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Health Care Workers
Includes: Physicians, Nurses, Nursing Assistants, Dentist, Therapists –physiotherapists,
occupational therapists, respiratory therapists, Technicians – ECG, respiratory, radiographer,
laboratory, radiology, sterilization/CSSD
Sub Type: Physician
Workplaces: Hospitals, Clinics, Occupational Health Facilities in different industries,
private practice, etc.
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Review Health History Questionnaire information and assess any positive
findings in more detail.
Investigations:
Hepatitis Profile (A, B & C) and HIV
Measles Antibodies and Varicella Antibodies
Chest x-ray
Results of Investigations: To be provided to Candidate / Employee
Restriction:
Hep B e antigen positive
Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Periodic Medical: Once every 3 years till age 59
Once every year at age 60 and above
References: CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA, Atlanta, GA.
Sub Type: Nurse, Nursing Assistant
Workplaces: Hospitals, Clinics, Health Facilities in different industries, etc.
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Review Health History Questionnaire information and assess any
positive findings in more detail.
Investigations:
Hepatitis Profile (A, B & C) and HIV
Measles Antibodies and Varicella Antibodies
Chest x-ray
Results of Investigations: To be provided to Candidate / Employee
Restriction:
Hep B e antigen positive (Nursing Assistants are exempted)
Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis

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Unable to perform moderate to heavy physical demands
BMI of 40 or above with co morbidity
Periodic Medical: Once every 3 years till age 59
Once every year at age 60 and above
References: CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA, Atlanta, GA.
Sub Type: Dentist
Workplaces: Hospitals, Clinics, Private Practice, etc
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Review Health History Questionnaire information and assess any
positive findings in more detail.
Investigations: Hepatitis Profile (A, B & C) and HIV
Measles Antibodies and Varicella Antibodies
Chest x-ray
Results of Investigations: To be provided to Candidate / Employee
Restriction: Hep B e antigen positive
Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Periodic Medical: Once every 3 years till age 59
Once every year at age 60 and above
References: CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA, Atlanta, GA.
Sub Type: Physiotherapist / Occupational / Respiratory Therapist
Workplaces: Hospitals, Clinics, Rehabilitation Centres, etc
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Review Health History Questionnaire information and assess any
positive findings in more detail.
Investigations:
Hepatitis Profile (A, B & C) and HIV
Measles Antibodies and Varicella Antibodies
Chest x-ray

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Results of Investigations: To be provided to Candidate / Employee
Restriction: Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Unable to perform moderate to heavy physical demands
BMI of 40 or above with co morbidity
Periodic Medical: Once every 3 years till age 59
Once every year at age 60 and above
References: CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA, Atlanta, GA.
Sub Type: Technicians: ECG, Respiratory, Radiographer
Workplaces: Hospitals, Clinics, etc.
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Review Health History Questionnaire information and assess any
positive findings in more detail.
Investigations:
Hepatitis Profile (A, B & C) and HIV
Measles Antibodies and Varicella Antibodies
Chest x-ray
Results of Investigations: To be provided to Candidate / Employee
Restriction:
Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Unable to perform moderate to heavy physical demands
BMI of 40 or above with co morbidity
Periodic Medical: Once every 3 years till age 59
Once every year at age 60 and above
References: CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA, Atlanta, GA.
Sub Type: Laboratory Technician, Radiology Technician
Workplaces: Hospitals, Clinics, Independent Labs etc.
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Review Health History Questionnaire information and assess any
positive findings in more detail.

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Investigations:
Hepatitis Profile (A, B & C) and HIV
Measles Antibodies and Varicella Antibodies
Chest x-ray
Results of Investigations: To be provided to Candidate / Employee
Restriction: Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Unable to perform moderate to heavy physical demands
Periodic Medical: Once every 3 years till age 59
Once every year at age 60 and above
References: CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA, Atlanta, GA.
Sub Type: Sterilization Technician
Workplaces: Hospitals, Clinics etc.
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Review Health History Questionnaire information and assess any positive
findings in more detail.
Investigations:
Hepatitis Profile (A, B & C) and HIV
Measles Antibodies and Varicella Antibodies
Chest x-ray
Results of Investigations: To be provided to Candidate / Employee
Restriction:
Hep B e antigen positive
Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Unable to perform moderate to heavy physical demands
BMI of 40 or above with co morbidity
Periodic Medical: Once every 3 years till age 59
Once every year at age 60 and above
References: CDC ‘Yellow Book’, USA, Atlanta, GA.

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Professional Divers
Sub Type: Deep Sea Diver
Workplaces: Navy, Explorer, Merchants, Police
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination:
Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Electrocardiogram and Spirometry and Audiometry and Step Test
Bruce Protocol (optional: if required to assess cardiac fitness)
Restriction:
Ischemic heart disease, angina, CABG and Valvular heat disease
T.B, Asthma, Fibrotic or Cystic Lug disease,
Epilepsy, severe head injury, Sever motion sickness
Active ENT infection, Stapedectomy, Meniere’s
Acute psychotic disorder, Mania, Schizophrenia
Inflammatory bowel disease, hernia,
gall bladder or pancreatic pathology
Sickle cell anaemia, thalassemia major,
BMI greater than 27
Investigation: CBC and Hb and Urine micro
Periodic Medical: Initial medical and then annual assessment
References: Health and Safety Executive (UK). The Medical Examination and
Assessment of Divers (MA1).

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Emergency Responders
Includes: Fire-fighters, police, civil defence, ambulance personnel, hazmat emergency responders etc.
Sub Type: Fire Fighter
Workplaces: Civil Defence; Industry, Offshore
Health History: General Health History Questionnaire - Appendix 3
Physical Examination: Employment Medical Examination Form - Appendix 4
Assess physical ability to perform the tasks associated with job
Investigation:
Spirometry and Electrocardiogram and Audiometry
Bruce Protocol and Lab tests as per NFPA standard
Respirator use medical evaluation if required
Results of investigations To be provided to employee
Restriction:
Inability to wear Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Epilepsy or history of sudden loss of consciousness
* refer to NFPA standards regarding restrictions
Periodic Medical:
Initial Medical and then annual assessment
Additional if exposure exceeds permissible exposure limits more
than 29 days a year.
Termination of employment
References:
NFPA. Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical
Requirements for Fire Departments Standard 1582, USA.
US Department of Labour. OSHA 3162-12R 2009. Screening and
Surveillance Guide.

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Sea Farers
Includes: Marine Skippers/Captains, boat masters and seaman etc.
Sub Type: Seafarer
Workplaces: Shipping, Marine, Offshore etc.
Health History: ILO Guideline
Physical Examination: ILO Guideline
Seafarers Certificate of Medical Fitness
Investigation: ILO Guideline
Restriction: ILO Guideline
Periodic Medical:
Initial Medical
Every 3 years up to age 40
Every 2 years up to age 50
Annually thereafter
References: ILO. Guidelines for Conducting Pre-sea and Periodic Medical Fitness
Examinations for Seafarers (2007).

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Appendix 2: Hazardous Materials or Exposures Requiring
Medical Surveillance
Acrylonitrile
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1
Periodic exam Yes – annual 1
Emergency/exposure Yes
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes – if no exam within 6
months of termination
Examination includes Respiratory, gastrointesti-
special emphasis on nal 1
, thyroid, skin, neuro
these body systems logical (peripheral and
central)
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
history
Chest x-ray Yes
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Fecal occult blood 1
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counseling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Arsenic (Inorganic)
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1
Periodic exam Yes 1
Emergency/exposure Yes
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes – if no exam within 6
months of termination
Examination includes
Skin, nasal, peripheral
nervous system
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
history with focus on respiratory
symptoms; includes
smoking history
Chest x-ray Yes
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Urinary Total Arsenic
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Asbestos (incl. Synthetic Mineral Fibres and Man-Made Mineral Fibres)
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1, 3
Periodic exam Yes – annual 1 or more
frequently if determined by
physician
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Pulmonary and
special emphasis on gastrointestinal
these body systems
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
;
history special emphasis on
pulmonary, cardiovascular,
gastrointestinal; standard-
ized form required;
Chest x-ray Yes 1 only for diagnosis
certified radiologist
or physician with expertise
in pneumoconioses re-
quired;
Pulmonary function FVC, FEV1
test (PFT)
Other required tests No
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician; includes
re: exam results, informing employee of
conditions of Increased risk of lung cancer
increased risk from combined effects of
smoking and asbestos
exposure
Medical removal plan No

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Benzene
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1, 3, 4
Periodic exam Yes – annual 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 1, 4 – includes urinary
examination and tests phenol test
Termination exam No
Examination includes Hemopoietic; add cardiopul-
special emphasis on monary if respiratory protec-
these body systems tion used at least 30 days/
year, (initially, then every 3
years)
Work and medical Required for initial and
history periodic exams (pre-place-
ment exam requires special
history) 2
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function Initially and every 3 years if
test (PFT) respiratory protection used
30 days/year; specific tester
requirements
Other required tests CBC, differential, other spe-
cific blood tests; repeated
as required;
Evaluation of ability Yes – if respirators are used
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan Yes

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Blood-Borne Pathogens (Hepatitis, B)
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam No – must offer Hepatitis B
(HBV) vaccine unless
already immune or vaccine
contraindicated
Periodic exam No
Emergency/exposure Specific post-exposure moni-
examination and tests toring for employee and
source; HBV vaccine;
Termination exam No
Examination includes No
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical No
history
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Yes – post-exposure inci-
dent;
Evaluation of ability No
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes – for post-exposure
deemed necessary incident; follow
post-exposure protocols
Written medical opinion Yes – licensed healthcare
professional to employer;
employer to employee
Employee counselling Yes– by licensed healthcare
re: exam results, professional; counseling
conditions of re: HBV vaccine and post-
increased risk exposure follow-up;
Medical removal plan No

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1,3-Butadiene
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1, 3, 4
Periodic exam Yes 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 1, 4 – within 48 hours
examination and tests of exposure
Termination exam Yes 4 – if 12 months have
elapsed since last exam
Examination includes Liver, spleen, lymph nodes,
special emphasis on and skin
these body systems
Work and medical Required annually and for
history all examinations 2
; standard-
ized form or equivalent;
includes comprehensive
occupational and health
history;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Annually, CBC with differ-
ential and platelet count;
also within 48 hrs. after ex-
posure in an emergency
situation and repeated
monthly for 3 more months
Evaluation of ability Yes – if respirators are used
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician or other
licensed healthcare profes-
sional to employer and
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician or other
re: exam results, licensed healthcare
conditions of professional
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Cadmium
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1, 3, 4
Periodic exam Yes 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 1, 4
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes 3
Examination includes Respiratory, cardiovascular
special emphasis on (BP), urinary
these body systems
Work and medical Required for pre-placement
history and periodic exams 2
;
standardized form required
Chest x-ray Yes
Pulmonary function FVC, FEV1
test (PFT)
Other required tests Annually
1
, cadmium in urine,
beta-2 microglobulin in
urine, cadmium in blood,
CBC, BUN, serum creatinine,
urinalysis;
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician; includes
re: exam results, explanation of results, treat-
conditions of ment, and diet, and discus-
increased risk sion of decisions re: med-
ical removal; effect of
smoking on cadmium
exposure
Medical removal plan Yes

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Creosote
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes
Periodic exam Yes – annual
Emergency/exposure Yes 1 – special medical
examination and tests surveillance begins within
24 hours
Termination exam No
Examination includes
Exam includes emphasis on
the neurological system and
special emphasis on Skin noting any
these body systems abnormal lesions and
Evidence of skin
sensitisation
Work and medical Required for all examina-
history tions; includes family and
occupational history,
and environmental
factors
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests No
Evaluation of ability Yes if respirators are used
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer
Employee counselling No
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan Yes if sensitisation occurs

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Chromium (VI), Hexavalent
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1
Periodic exam Yes 1
Emergency/exposure Yes 1
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes 3 – unless last exam was
less than 6 months prior to
date of termination
Examination includes
Skin especially hands and
forearms and respiratory tract
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
;
history includes past, present and
anticipated future exposure;
any history of respiratory
system dysfunction, asthma,
dermatitis, skin ulceration or
nasal septum perforation;
smoking status and history
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests No
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician
to employer;
employer to employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Coke Oven Emissions
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1
Periodic exam Yes 1
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes – if no exam within 6
months of termination
Examination includes Skin
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
;
history includes smoking history
and presence and degree
of respiratory symptoms
Chest x-ray Yes
Pulmonary function FVC, FEV1
test (PFT)
Other required tests Weight, urine cytology,
urinalysis for sugar,
albumin, hematuria
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes ,
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician; also,
re: exam results, employer must inform
conditions of employee of possible health
increased risk consequences if employee
refuses any required
medical exam
Medical removal plan No

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Cotton Dust
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Physical exam not specified;
other tests required
Periodic exam Physical exam not specified;
other tests required 1, 4
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Pulmonary
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Medical history; standardized
history questionnaire required;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function FVC, FEV1, FEV1/FVC
test (PFT) Employees with specific
abnormalities are referred
to specialists 1, 4, 5
Other required tests No
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if No
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to employer;
employer to employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician re:
re: exam results, results of exam and any
conditions of medical conditions requir-
increased risk ing further examination or
treatment
Medical removal plan Yes – for inability to wear a
respirator (6 months)

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Crystalline Silica
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Physical exam
other tests required
Periodic exam Physical exam annual;
other tests required
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Pulmonary
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Medical history; standardized
history questionnaire required;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function FVC, FEV1, FEV1/FVC
test (PFT) Employees with specific
abnormalities are referred
to specialists
Other required tests Yes x ray only for diagnosis
certified radiologist
or physician with expertise
in pneumoconioses re-
quired;
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if No
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to employer;
employer to employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician re:
re: exam results, results of exam and any
conditions of medical conditions requir-
increased risk ing further examination or
treatment
Medical removal plan Yes – for inability to wear a
respirator (6 months)

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1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes
Periodic exam Yes 1
Emergency/exposure Yes – male reproductive;
examination and tests repeat in 3 months
Termination exam No
Examination includes Reproductive, genitourinary;
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
;
history Includes reproductive history;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests No
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Ethylene Oxide
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1
Periodic exam Yes – annual 1
Emergency/exposure Yes 1
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes 1
Examination includes Pulmonary, skin, neurologic,
special emphasis on hematologic, reproductive,
these body systems eyes
Work and medical Required for all exams; in-
history cludes reproductive history
and special emphasis on
some body systems;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests CBC, white cell count with
differential, hematocrit, he-
moglobin, red cell count;
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Formaldehyde
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1, 4
Periodic exam Yes 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 4
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Evidence of irritation or sen-
special emphasis on sitization of skin, respiratory
these body systems system, eyes; shortness of
breath
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
;
history questionnaire required;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function FVC, FEV1, FEF should be
test (PFT) evaluated if respiratory
protection is used
Other required tests No
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes– by physician; includes
re: exam results, information on whether
conditions of medical conditions were
increased risk caused by past exposures
or emergency exposures
Medical removal plan Yes

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Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1
Periodic exam Yes – annually or at
physician’s discretion 1
Emergency/exposure Yes 1
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes – if no exam within 6
months of termination/
reassignment
Examination includes Determined by physician;
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Yes – with emphasis on
history symptoms related to han-
dling hazardous materials
and health hazards, fitness
for duty and ability to wear
PPE
2
Chest x-ray No – unless determined by
physician
Pulmonary function No – unless determined by
test (PFT) physician
Other required tests No – unless determined by
physician
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Isocyanates
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Physical exam
other tests required
Periodic exam Physical exam annual;
other tests required
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Pulmonary, skin
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Medical history; standardized
history questionnaire required;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function FVC, FEV1, FEV1/FVC
test (PFT)
Other required tests No
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if No
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to employer;
employer to employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician re:
re: exam results, results of exam and any
conditions of medical conditions requir-
increased risk ing further examination or
treatment
Medical removal plan Yes – for inability to wear a
respirator (6 months)

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Lead
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes
Periodic exam Yes 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 1, 4
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Teeth, gums, hematologic,
special emphasis on gastrointestinal, renal, car-
these body systems diovascular (BP), neurologi-
cal; pulmonary status if
respiratory protection used
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
;
history includes reproductive his-
tory, past lead exposure,
both work/non-work, and
history of specific body
systems; see standard
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No – unless deemed neces-
test (PFT) sary by physician
Other required tests Hemoglobin, hematocrit,
ZPP,BUN, serum creatinine,
Urinalysis with micro, blood-
lead levels, peripheral smear
morphology, red cell
indices 1, 5
;
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician; includes
re: exam results, advising the employee of any
conditions of medical condition, occupa-
increased risk tional or non-occupational,
requiring further medical
examination or treatment
Medical removal plan Yes
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Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes
Periodic exam Yes 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 1, 4
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Eyes, skin, respiratory
special emphasis on gastrointestinal, renal, car-
these body systems diovascular (BP), neurologi-
Cal 9CNS and PNS);
pulmonary status if
respiratory protection used
Work and medical Required for all exams 2
;
history includes reproductive his-
tory, past mercury exposure,
both work/non-work, and
history of specific body
systems;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests
Urinary and blood inorganic
mercury
others determined by
physician
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician; includes
re: exam results, advising the employee of any
conditions of medical condition, occupa-
increased risk tional or non-occupational,
requiring further medical
examination or treatment
Medical removal plan Yes

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Methylene Chloride
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1, 4
Periodic exam Yes 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 4
examination and tests
Termination exam Yes – if no exam within 6
months of termination
Examination includes Lungs, cardiovascular
special emphasis on (including BP and pulse),
these body systems liver, nervous, skin; extent of
exam determined by exam-
iner based on employee’s
health status, work, and
medical history
Work and medical Required for all exams;
history example of work and med-
ical history form provided
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No – unless deemed
test (PFT) necessary by physician or
other licensed healthcare
professional
Other required tests Laboratory surveillance may
include tests as determined
by examiner including
“before and after shift tests”;
Carboxyheamoglobin
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – by physician or other
licensed healthcare profes-
sional to employer and
Employee of increased risk
of harm from combined
effects of smoking and
Methylene Chloride
Employee counselling Yes – by physician or other
re: exam results, licensed healthcare profes-
conditions of sional
increased risk
Medical removal plan Yes

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Methylene di-aniline (MDA)
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1, 3, 4
Periodic exam Yes – annual 1, 4
Emergency/exposure Yes 1, 4
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Skin, hepatic
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Required for all
history examinations 2
; includes
past work with MDA and
other specific items;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Liver function tests,
urinalysis
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to
employer; employer to
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan Yes

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Noise
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Baseline audiograms are
required within 6 months of
exposure at or above 85dB.
Periodic exam Annual audiometric testing
required
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam No requirements
Examination includes Auditory
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Yes
history
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Initial and annual audiomet-
ric testing 1, 4, 5
;
Evaluation of ability No
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if
Yes, bone conduction
audiometry
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion No
Employee counselling Yes – if standard threshold
re: exam results, shift or suspected ear
conditions of pathology
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Organophosphate Pesticides
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Physical exam
other tests required baseline
Red blood cell and plasma
Cholinesterase activity levels 5
Periodic exam Physical exam annual;
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes No
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Medical history; standardized
history questionnaire required;
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Yes – if deemed necessary
– estimated red cell and
plasma cholinesterase
activity at end of work day
after exposure
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if No
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to employer;
employer to employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician re:
re: exam results, results of exam and any
conditions of medical conditions requir-
increased risk ing further examination or
treatment
Medical removal plan Yes – for inability to wear a
respirator (6 months)

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Respiratory Protection
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Evaluation questionnaire or
exam; follow-up exam
when required5
Periodic exam Yes – in specific situations 5
Emergency/exposure No
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Yes 5
special emphasis on
these body systems
Work and medical Yes 2
history
Chest x-ray As determined by physician
or other licensed healthcare
professional
Pulmonary function As determined by physician
test (PFT) or other licensed healthcare
professional
Other required tests As determined by physician
or other licensed healthcare
professional
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician or other
licensed healthcare profes-
sional to employer and
employee
Employee counselling Yes – by physician or other
re: exam results, licensed healthcare
conditions of professional
increased risk
Medical removal plan No

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Vinyl Chloride
Standard Requirements
Pre-placement exam Yes 1
Periodic exam Yes 1
Emergency/exposure Yes
examination and tests
Termination exam No
Examination includes Special attention to detecting
special emphasis on enlargement of the liver,
these body systems spleen or kidneys, or dys-
function of these organs
and abnormalities in skin,
connective tissue and
pulmonary system;
Work and medical Required for initial and
history periodic exams 2
; includes
alcohol intake, history of
hepatitis, exposure to hepa-
totoxic agents, blood transfu-
sions, hospitalizations, and
work history
Chest x-ray No
Pulmonary function No
test (PFT)
Other required tests Blood test for total bilirubin,
alkaline phosphatase, SGOT,
SGPT and gamma glutamyl
transpeptidase
Evaluation of ability Yes
to wear a respirator
Additional tests if Yes
deemed necessary
Written medical opinion Yes – physician to employer;
employer to employee
Employee counselling No
re: exam results,
conditions of
increased risk
Medical removal plan Yes

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Footnotes
1 Pre-placement and periodic examinations are dependent upon specific factors such as airborne concentrations of the
material and/or years of exposure, biological indices, age of employee, amount of time exposed per year.
2 Standard requires medical and work history focused on special body systems, symptoms, personal habits, and/or specific
family, environmental or occupational history.
3 No examination required if previous examination done within specified time frame (eg., 6 months or 12 months) and
provisions of standard met.
4 Additional physician review: Provisions for referring employees with abnormalities to a specialist as deemed necessary by
examiner.
5 May require specific protocol.

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Appendix 3: Sample General Health History Questionnaire
Medical Exam Frequency: Pre-Placement, Annual, Termination
General Health History Questionnaire – Page 1 of 2
First Name Last Name
_____________________ __________________________
Nationality
__________________
Date of Birth (d/m/y) ____ / _____ / _____
Male
Female
Height
___ ____ cm Weight: ___ Kg
OCCUPATIONAL HISTORY
From To Occupation WORK EXPOSURE (Check box if yes)
1 Ionizing Radiation Dust
2 Chemicals Noise
3 Heavy Metals Industrial Accident /
Compensation
PERSONAL HISTORY - Do you suffer from or have you had? – (Check box if yes)
Rheumatic
Fever
Rectal Bleeding Thyroid Disease Muscular weakness / paralysis
High Blood
Pressure
Hernia Anxiety / Depression Lost work time due to back pain
Varicose Veins Venereal
Disease
Insomnia Unexplained Chronic fatigue
Chest Pain Kidney Disease Back Trouble Irritable or inflammatory Bowel disease
Breathlessness Renal Colic Bone Complaint Lost work time due to migraines
Palpitations Incontinence Joint Complaint Diagnosis of depression
Pneumonia Frequent
Urination
Skin Disease Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder
Tuberculosis Painful Urination Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis of obsessive Compulsive disorder
Bronchitis Blood in Urine Jaundice Diagnosis of anxiety or Panic Attacks
Asthma Epilepsy Diabetes Have you been admitted to a mental
health/Psychiatric Hospital?
Chronic Cough Stroke Poliomyelitis Have you ever suffered any mental and/or
psychiatric illness/disorder?
Sputum with
Blood
Migraine Anemia Have you ever taken and/or been prescribed any
psychiatric meds?
Peptic Ulcer Loss of
Consciousness
Cancer Have your ever suffered any serious head
traumas/injuries?
Haemorrhoids Numbness /
Tingling Arthritis Have you even seen a Psychiatric and/or
Psychologist/Counsellor?
Eye Trouble Ear Trouble Fibromyalgia Drug Reaction :
_____________________________________
Difficulty
Color Vision
Nose Trouble Allergy
____________________________________________
FEMALES

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Are you pregnant? Yes No Number of Pregnancies Number of Live
Births
FAMILY HISTORY
FAMILY AGE State of Health / Cause of Death FAMILY AGE State of Health /
Cause of Death
Father Wife / Husband
Mother Son(s)
Brother(s) Daughter(s)
Sisters(s) Number of Children
Is there a family history of – ( Check box if yes)
Hearth Disease Anemia Kidney Disease Diabetes
High Blood Pressure Asthma Stroke Cancer
Allergy Tuberculosis Epilepsy Mental
Disorder

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General Health History Questionnaire – Page 2 of 2
LIFESTYLE
Daily consumption of tobacco: ________ per day Average weekly consumption of alcohol: ___________________
units per week
Exercise type: ___________ Minutes per day _________ Recreational Drugs: Yes No
MEDICAL HISTORY
Information on Medications taken on a regular or occasional basis over the past two years.
I have not taken any medications over the past 2 years or List as requested below …
Medication And Dosage Date Started Reason for Medication
Are you currently
taking this
medication?
Yes No
Yes No
Yes No
SURGICAL HISTORY
List all Chronic Health Problems, Hospitalizations and Surgeries that you have experienced:
I have not had any chronic health problems, hospitalizations, nor surgeries or Complete information below …
Date Problem / Hospitalization/Surgery
Surgery
Performed? Current status related to each health issue
& date of any surgery performed
Yes No
IMMUNIZATION HISTORY
Tuberculosis
(TB)
Have you ever had active pulmonary TB? No Yes; if ‘yes’ give date
_____________
Was it treated and for how long? No Yes Treated for ____ months
Have you had a BCG vaccine? No Yes; if ‘yes’ give year : ______________
Have you had a TB skin test (Mantoux)? No Yes; if ‘yes’ give date _________ &
Result _____ mm
Hepatitis Have you ever been diagnosed with Hepatitis (A, B, C)? No
Yes; if ‘yes’ give date:

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___________
What type of Hepatitis did you have? ________ What was your treatment?
_____________________
Have you had any Hepatitis vaccines? No Yes
Which vaccine did you have?
______________________________________________________
Dates of each dose : ___________________; ____________________ and
_________________
Measles, Mumps, Rubella Have you had the vaccine for Measles/Mumps/Rubella? No Yes; if ‘yes’ give date
________
Tetanus / Diphtheria Have you had a booster for Tetanus / Diphtheria? Never Yes, in the year
_____________
Chicken Pox / Varicella Have you had the Varicella vaccine? No Yes - Date of each dose ________ &
_________
Please check to make sure you have completed all questions on the two pages of this form.
Your medical information cannot be evaluated unless all questions are completed or marked
“unknown”.
I affirm that the information and responses I have provided are accurate and true to the best of my
knowledge.
Signature:____________________________
Date (dd/mm/yy):_________________________

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Appendix 4: Sample Employment Medical Examination
Form
EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION FORM
Page 1 of 2
This report is to be completed by a licensed Medical Physician who performs complete physical exams as a
part of his/her practice. Please assess and describe all abnormal findings, including past surgeries, serious and
chronic conditions and indicate all current treatments.
Family Name
______________
__
First Name
________________
Gender :
Male
Female
Age
____
Height (cm)
_______
Weight (kg)
_________
BMI
____
EXAMINATION FINDINGS COMMENTS ON ABNORMAL FINDINGS
General
HAIR
SKIN
NAILS
EYES
LIGHT REFLEXES
ACCOMODATION
NYSTAGMUS
FUNDI
COLOR VISION
ISHIHARA TEST EYE TEST
RT / 6 LT / 6 OTHER
EARS
MEATUS
EAR DRUMS
ABILITY TO HEAR / CONVERSATIONAL
HEARING TONES
Weber
Rinne
CARDIO – VASCULAR
PULSE / min
INDICATE NATURE & DEGREE
RHYTHM
BLOOD PRESSURE Systolic /Diastolic mmhg
HEART SOUNDS
HEART MURMURS
VARICOSE VEINS
RESPIRATORY
NASAL PASSAGE PERCUSSION
THYROID
TRACHEA
LYMPH NODES
CHEST SHAPE / MOVEMENT
BREATH SOUNDS
ADDED SOUNDS
ALIMENTARY
TEETH
TONGUE
LIVER

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SPLEEN
LYMPHADENOPATHY
HERNIAL ORIEICES
ANUS RECTUM / P.R.
URINARY
KIDNEYS
GENITALIA
MUSCULO - SXELETAL
HANDS
LIMBS
BACK
JOINTS
INJURIES
CENTRAL NERVOUS
CRANIAL NERVES I II III IV V VI
VII VIII IX X XI XII
REFLEXES SI TR SUP KN AN PL
RT.
LT.
POWER
TONE
CO -ORDINATION
SENSATION
EMOTIONAL STABILITY
EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION
Page 2 of 2
Please complete the requested information, based on your findings during the health history and physical exam on this
individual ability to:
ACTIVITY Y N EXPLANATION/FINDINGS
Ability to stand and walk continuously for 8 - 12 hours per day.
Ability to bend, stoop & squat repeatedly
Ability to push, pull and lift patients
Ability to lift 12 kg
Ability to carry 12 kg occasionally & for short periods
Ability to climb step ladders
Ability to operate motorized equipment and/or vehicles
Ability to work 12 hours and to rotate shifts (shift work)
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Previous surgery
Yes No
Type Surgery Date (dd/mm/yy) Current status

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Describe chronic conditions, with current status for each:
1
2
3
4
5
I Have examined the employee and in my medical opinion consider that he / she is (check one):
Physically fit for employment and demands of the job.
Temporarily unfit, but likely to become fit after recovery from the medical problem identified in the examination result.
From a medical aspect, I estimate he / She may be fit for work in __________ weeks.
MD Name & Stamp:
Signature
Date (d/m/y)
Note: This form is valid for a period of six months from the date of signature

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Appendix 5: Sample Seafarers Certificate of Medical Fitness
CERTIFICATE OF MEDICAL FITNESS
This certificate is issued by the approved medical practitioner of Ministry of
Communications to the medical and visual standards of STCW and ILO Convention
1946 (No 73).
Seafarer’s Name:
Seaman’s Book Number:
Date of Expiry of this Certificate:
I certify that the above mentioned seafarer has undergone a medical examination in compliance with
the above regulation and I have found him/her fit for UNRESTRICTED seafaring in the following
category:
Category: Deck / Engine / Catering * Officer / Rating *
I confirm that:
• His/her hearing and eyesight are satisfactory for the duties to be performed,
• His/her color vision is satisfactory ,
• He/she is fit / for lookout duties.
Official Stamp --- ----------------------
Signature and Name of Approved
Medical Practitioner.
Date of Examination -------------------------------
*Delete as necessary.
Note :
Medical certificate of seafarers below age 40 - Valid for 5 years.
Medical certificate of seafarers above age 40 - Valid for 2 years

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