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Safety-Critical Medicals

Confirm Fitness for Safety-Critical Roles, With Confidence

Roles like HGV and PCV driving, working at height, confined spaces and operating heavy machinery carry real safety consequences if an employee isn't medically fit for the job. Our safety-critical medicals give you confidence that your workforce meets the required health standards, from DVLA Group 2 medicals to bespoke assessments for your industry.

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Did you know?

HGV and PCV (Group 2) drivers face medical standards well above those for ordinary car drivers, covering vision, cardiovascular health, neurological conditions, diabetes control, mental health and substance use, and must be reassessed regularly throughout their career.

Protecting your workforce and your business

Why choose Safety-Critical Medicals?

Meet legal and regulatory standards

DVLA Group 2 medicals and other safety-critical assessments carried out to the required standard.

Reduce workplace risk

Confirms employees are medically fit for safety-critical duties before problems arise.

Appropriately qualified clinicians

Assessments carried out by experienced, appropriately registered practitioners.

Fast, straightforward booking

On-site or clinic appointments arranged to suit your business.

Who needs Safety-Critical Medicals?

Employers with staff in safety-critical roles, HGV and PCV drivers, forklift and plant operators, those working at height or in confined spaces, or anyone operating machinery where a medical event could put themselves or others at risk.

What's involved in a safety-critical medical

A review of medical history, including any existing conditions, medication and previous surgeries or hospitalisations.

A vision assessment, including distance and peripheral vision, checked against the relevant standard for the role.

A cardiovascular check, covering blood pressure and general heart health.

A neurological assessment, along with a review of conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy or sleep apnoea where relevant.

Urinalysis, and completion of the relevant medical form, such as the DVLA D4, or a bespoke report for the specific role.

When Safety-Critical Medicals takes place

  • Before starting a safety-critical role
  • DVLA Group 2 renewal at age 45, then every 5 years
  • Annual renewal from age 65
  • Whenever DVLA or your organisation requests a review
  • Following any relevant change in health
Client feedback

What our clients say

We have been working with David Barber for around 10 years and have always received an excellent level of service from the whole team. From arranging occupational health assessments to nurses visiting our care homes and meeting directly with our employees, the service is always professional, responsive and supportive. We mainly use David Barber to assess employees’ fitness for work following periods of absence or changes in their health. The team are always quick to respond and provide clear, helpful advice and guidance. They are also extremely flexible, offering appointments at our care homes or, where needed, visiting employees in their own homes. We have built a trusted relationship with David Barber over the years and genuinely wouldn’t go anywhere else for our occupational health support. Thank you to the whole team for your continued support and excellent service!
Ashmere Derbyshire
Beth Harrison, Head of People and Culture
DB Occupational Health has been a valuable partner to I Holland for several years now, supporting us with our employee occupational health surveillance programme, along with HAVS surveillance and the administration of annual flu vaccinations. Lisa and the team are always prompt and professional when on-site and are fast to respond to any queries at all times. Their ongoing support helps our business successfully maintain our duty of care to our employees and promote their wellbeing. I would recommend DB Occupational Health to any business considering their services.
Holland
Dan Dixon, HSE & CI Manager
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Frequently asked questions

What is a safety-critical medical?

It's a health assessment confirming an employee is medically fit for a role where a medical event, such as sudden illness or loss of consciousness, could create serious risk to themselves or others.

Do HGV and PCV drivers need a medical?

Yes. A DVLA Group 2 medical, also known as a D4 medical, is required to obtain or renew an HGV or PCV licence.

How often is a Group 2 medical required?

At initial application, then every 5 years from age 45, annually from age 65, and at any point the DVLA requests a review.

What does the medical involve?

A review of medical history, vision testing, a cardiovascular check, a neurological assessment, and urinalysis, along with completion of the relevant medical form.

What happens if I don't meet the required standard?

Depending on the condition, this may affect your ability to hold a licence or carry out the role. We'll talk through the options and next steps with you directly.

Do other safety-critical roles need a medical, not just drivers?

Yes. Working at height, confined spaces, plant and machinery operation, and other safety-critical roles can all require a tailored medical assessment.

How long does the medical take?

Most safety-critical medicals take around 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the role and standard being assessed against.

How long are the results valid for?

This depends on the role and the relevant regulation, for Group 2 drivers it varies by age. We'll confirm the renewal schedule that applies to you.

Who carries out the medical?

Assessments are carried out by an appropriately qualified, registered medical practitioner.

How much does a safety-critical medical cost?

Cost depends on the type of medical required. Get in touch for a quote tailored to your workforce.

Confirm fitness for safety-critical roles, with confidence

Contact David Barber Occupational Health to arrange safety-critical medicals for your workplace.

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