occupational medical examinations

What is meant by occupational medical examinations?

The term "occupational medical examinations" refers to medical check-ups conducted within the framework of occupational health and safety to ensure the health and workability of employees. These examinations aim to identify health risks in the workplace and take preventive measures. They are typically mandated by law in many countries and are usually carried out by occupational physicians. Examples include vision tests, lung function tests, or hearing checks, particularly in jobs with specific physical demands or exposure to hazards.

Typical software functions in the area of "occupational medical examinations":

1. Appointment Management: Organizing and managing appointments for occupational medical examinations, including reminder functions.
2. Documentation of Examination Results: Detailed recording and storage of the results from occupational medical examinations.
3. Follow-Up Reminder Function: Automatic notifications when follow-up examinations are due to comply with legal deadlines.
4. Risk Assessment: Analysis of examination results to assess individual health risks and plan preventive measures.
5. Reporting: Creation of reports on the conducted examinations for internal purposes or external audits.
6. Data Protection and Security: Ensuring that all sensitive medical data is managed in accordance with data protection regulations.
7. Integration with HR Systems: Linking examination results with human resource management systems for managing employee health data.

Examples of "occupational medical examinations":

1. Vision Test: Examination of visual acuity, especially for jobs involving screen work or driving.
2. Lung Function Test: Checking lung capacity, e.g., for work in environments with high dust or pollutant exposure.
3. Hearing Test: Checking hearing ability for work in noisy environments.
4. Skin Examination: Screening for skin conditions in jobs involving chemicals.
5. Blood Test: Analyzing blood samples to check for health impacts from work-related substances.
6. Psychological Examination: Assessing psychological resilience in jobs with high mental demands.