Medical assessments for safety sensitive work
Last updated on January 24, 2024If you oversee safety sensitive jobs, occupational health specialists will provide medical clearance and guidance for an employee's return to work.
This service helps managers determine if an employee is fit to safely perform their duties when they return to a job designated as safety sensitive. A medical assessment is performed, which may include a review or in-person examination by an occupational health nurse or doctor. The occupational health nurse or doctor may also work with the employee’s doctor to evaluate results.
Support is also available when an employee in a safety sensitive position needs a return to work plan for an illness or injury that can be a safety hazard in the workplace.
Working with our occupational health specialist team, managers can help keep employees safe at work, reducing the risk of workforce injury and satisfying WorkSafeBC legislation.
The BC Public Service is committed to a culture that supports employee safety and health.
Whether you're managing your own health, or looking for information to support your team, we have the resources and supports you're looking for.
Can’t find what you need? Submit an AskMyHR (IDIR restricted) service request.
For a medical assessment, specify Occupational Nurse as your subject.
If you're a B.C. government employee without an IDIR, call the BC Public Service Agency to submit your service request.