OHSMED FAQ - Your Questions About Occupational Health Answered

You can find OHSMED's consulting rooms across Auckland, including North Shore and Auckland Central - Parnell. We also offer convenient on-site services with our mobile units.

The On-Site Testing process involves bringing our mobile units or setting up at your office to conduct various health assessments. This convenient service allows employees to complete necessary tests without leaving the workplace, minimising disruptions.

A Hearing Test assesses your ability to hear different sounds, pitches, and frequencies. It helps identify any hearing impairments that could affect job performance, especially in noisy environments, ensuring your hearing health is maintained.

Workplace Health assessments include a range of services such as health surveillance, risk assessments, wellness checks, and ergonomic evaluations to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

A Pre-Employment Medical is a comprehensive health assessment conducted before a candidate is hired. It ensures that the individual is fit for the job and can perform the required duties without risking their health or safety.

A Lung Function Test, or Spirometry, measures lung function by assessing the amount of air you can inhale and exhale, and how quickly you can exhale. This test is crucial for detecting respiratory conditions.

On-Site Testing benefits your company by minimising downtime, allowing employees to complete health assessments without leaving the workplace. It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, enhancing overall workplace safety and productivity.

During a Hearing Test, you'll listen to various tones and frequencies through headphones and indicate when you hear them. The test is quick, painless, and helps identify any hearing issues, ensuring early detection and management of hearing impairments.

Lung Function Tests should be conducted annually or as recommended by a healthcare professional, especially for employees exposed to respiratory hazards.

You can book an appointment at OHSMED by contacting us via phone or email. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs.

Pre-Employment Medicals help ensure that new hires are physically and mentally fit for their roles, reducing the risk of workplace injuries and improving overall productivity.

A Wellness Check typically includes assessments of vital signs, body mass index (BMI), cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise habits.

Expect a thorough DL9 medical assessment using state-of-the-art equipment to identify health risks affecting a driver’s ability to operate commercial vehicles safely. The assessment includes: Comprehensive Medical Evaluation: Reviewing medical history, current health, and conditions impacting safe driving. Vision and Hearing Tests: Ensuring drivers meet NZTA’s standards, with recommendations. Musculoskeletal and Cognitive Screening: Assessing physical and cognitive functions critical for safe driving. Personalised Recommendations: Providing tailored advice and referrals for further assessments if needed. All assessments are performed by our New Zealand-registered nurse, ensuring compliance with NZTA standards. Certificates are issued promptly and we work closely with drivers and employers to streamline the process.