EMPLOYEE PHYSICAL ABILITIES TEST
Physical abilities testing can happen wherever you are – whether that’s on-site at your business, or in any of our 6,500 locations nationwide. Industry-specific exams to reduce workers’ compensation claims, and make sure you hire the right people.
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A physical abilities test simulates ‘on the job’ tasks in a clinical environment, evaluating strength, flexibility, stamina, and good body mechanics. This ensures your candidates can do the heavy lifting before they’re on the field, helping you avoid workers’ compensation claims and workplace incidents. The Mobile Health team will learn the tasks of your employees to ensure your candidate can handle the physical demands of the job.
Below is an example of a standard physical abilities test. Additional demands and parameters can be customized to your needs.
| Critical Demand | Time | Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Step Test | Must complete within 2 minutes | 45 reps |
| Floor to Chair | No timing 30 lbs. | 12 reps |
| wall push-ups | no timing | 36 reps |
| sit to stand | must complete within 2 minutes | 424 reps |
| dual handle transfer 30lbs. | no timing 30lbs. | 45 reps |
| rom | no timing | 5x lumbar flex; 1ea. in/ex rom |
• Applicant has a maximum time of 25 minutes to complete test.
• They may stop “step” procedure when 45 reps are attained if before 2 minutes. (Must be completed within 2 minutes or they fail)
• They may stop “Sit to stand” procedure when 24 reps are attained if before 2 minutes. (Must be completed within 2 minutes or they fail)
• They may elect to take up to 30 seconds between each assessment to rest.
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We help you determine what to test for and create a comprehensive physical ability test. Our team of clinicians come to your location to test your employees in one day — an end-to-end operation with real-time reporting technology.
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Physical Abilities Test Faqs
Physical abilities testing is a process of evaluating a candidate’s physical abilities to perform essential job functions safely and effectively.
Employers use physical abilities testing to ensure that employees can safely and effectively perform essential job functions, reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, and improve productivity and employee morale.
Industries such as construction, manufacturing, and healthcare commonly use physical abilities testing.
Physical abilities testing is focused specifically on evaluating a candidate’s physical abilities to perform essential job functions, whereas other types of employee screening may focus on different aspects such as drug and alcohol use.
Physical abilities testing can help employers maintain a safe and productive workforce and reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
Physical abilities testing is typically conducted by trained evaluators using specialized equipment and technology.
The length of physical abilities testing can vary depending on the specific assessments being conducted, but Mobile Health offers customized testing protocols that are tailored to each employer’s needs.
Yes, Mobile Health offers customized physical abilities testing protocols that are tailored to each employer’s needs.
The frequency of physical abilities testing can vary depending on the employer’s needs and the nature of the workplace. Employers often conduct this testing either annually or every few years.
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