Our Occupational Health Services

We provide the following:

DOT Exam

DOT Exam Requirements Checklist

To help us complete your physical in a timely manner, please bring with you any of the following items that are applicable to your health history, in addition to all medications your are currently taking. If you do no have the required information, we will not be able to certify you right away and you will need to bring back this information within the time frame given with your temporary card.

REMINDER: DO NOT URINATE PRIOR TO COMING FOR THE DOT EXAM, AS URINE TEST IS REQUIRED

Pre-Employment Physicals

Different positions require different abilities. We customize pre-employment physicals according to the physical demands of your business and work environment. Depending on your needs, these may include X-rays, lab tests, drug screens, hearing screens, and medical provider evaluations.

Respiratory Physicals

If your employees wear respirators, ensure they use them safely with our pre-employment and ongoing respiratory physicals available on-site or off. We’ll also fit employees with respirators using the qualitative or quantitative method.

  • OSHA Respiratory Questionnaire
  • Pulmonary function tests
  • Quantitative fit testing
  • Qualitative fit testing

Employment Exams

These can be tailored to your specific needs. Please make sure your prospective employee is healthy and promotes workforce safety.

Our exams meet regulatory requirements and are cost-effective for you. Additional exams include:

  • Annual physicals
  • Asbestos physicals
  • Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals
  • Pre-placement exams
  • Hazmat exams
  • Return-to-work exam
  • Silica exams
  • Respiratory clearance

Job Site Analysis

Our first step is to evaluate your workplace environment. We’ll then establish physical requirements for each of your employees and positions. We use the results to develop job descriptions and determine the physical tests needed for new employees.

Workplace Environment Testing

Ergonomic testing

An ergonomically correct workspace can decrease the risk of injury, reduce fatigue, and improve employee satisfaction and productivity. We’ll evaluate your workspaces and recommend adjustments to maximize ergonomic comfort.

Hearing conservation

Is noise a concern in your workplace? Monitor the impact of work-induced noise on your employees’ hearing with our comprehensive hearing test. We establish baseline results by testing hearing in a certified soundproof booth. These metrics are compared to annual testing results to measure the extent of any hearing impairment. On-site hearing conservation testing is available if your facility meets specific regulations.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Our certified collectors are DOT-certified. Drug and alcohol testing is a legal process that requires collectors to obtain samples consistently, within the protocol, each time. The collector instructs employees how to accomplish the test, inspects the employee-provided specimen, and then completes the Federal Drug Testing Custody and Control Form.

These screenings can be invalidated during legal proceedings if this process is not followed precisely. An invalid screening means your company will not be able to take action against an employee who used drugs or alcohol in the workplace. Using a certified collector ensures that the correct processes are followed.

We also perform hair testing and oral fluid testing.

Urine drug screens (UDS)

Our comprehensive drug testing program includes pre-employment, post-accident, random, and reasonable suspicion urine drug screens, as well as 24-hour on-call services. We adhere to all federal regulations and can test on-site if your facility meets specific regulations.

Breath alcohol testing (BAT)

We provide comprehensive alcohol testing for pre-employment, post-accident, random, and reasonable suspicion screenings with 24-hour on-call services available. Testing can be performed on-site if your facility meets specific regulations.

Screenings

We provide an extensive list of screenings, including:

  • Vision screening
  • Hearing conservation (audiology tests)
  • Respiratory Protection Program screening
  • Respiratory clearance testing
  • Respirator fit testing
  • Pulmonary function tests (spirometry): In the occupational health setting, spirometry plays a critical role in the primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention of workplace related lung disease.
  • Radiology (X-rays)
  • Lab tests
  • FIT for DUTY or post-offer testing: We ensure your new hires can physically perform the essential functions of the jobs in your company. We do this by measuring the physical demands of each job or job class, and then test the prospective employee on their ability to perform them.
  • Return-to-work screening: After an employee is injured, we can use return-to-work screening to ensure they are physically prepared to return to work. This screening also determines whether your employee can complete the demands required of their position.
    The components of post-offer and return-to-work tests include:
    • Job function analysis: This is an on-site objective measurement of job tasks.
    • Functional job description: This includes data from the job function analysis written into a functional job description that defines the job’s demands.
    • Physical demand test: This is developed from the functional job description and analysis that is used for post-offer or post-injury screening. It ensures that the employee’s physical capabilities match the job requirements,

The benefits of these screenings include ensuring that your new employees can safely perform the essential functions of their jobs. They also reduce medical and lost-time claims.

Educational Opportunities

Additional Resources

Benefis has many resources to assist with your safety program. If you have a particular topic you would like us to do a presentation on, please reach out to us. If we are unable to provide it through our Occupational Health Department, we will find someone within our health system to educate your employees.

Injury Prevention and Management

Our injury prevention and management expertise is what you want for your employees. Our goal is to keep your employees working safely, and we help you manage each situation safely and properly through a philosophy that includes:

  • A strong return-to-work with light duty, if appropriate
  • Walk-In or Emergency Department services outside clinic hours for emergencies
  • Our case manager, who will assist in filing and coordinating of your Worker’s Compensation.

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