GWO regulates the wind farm industry and follows the medial guidance in issue 2 (2013) of RenewableUK Medical Fitness to work – wind turbine – guidelines for near offshore and land-based projects.
We provide industry recommended Wind Turbines Medicals (Medical Fitness to Work on near offshore and land based projects) for the renewable energy sector, also known as RUK medicals.
• Completion and discussion of the RUK medical health questionnaire.
• Physical examination including height, weight and BMI.
• Urine testing (to assess how well your kidneys/ body is working).
• Vision testing (near, distance and colour).
• Audiometry testing (hearing test).
• Chester Step Test.
• Some Companies require an additional drug and/ or alcohol screen. Please make sure you understand what your Company requires!.
The OGUK medical will last around 45 minutes.
• Certified photo ID such passport or driving license
• To bring your glasses (and spares) / contact lenses if worn;
• To avoid exposure to loud noise for 16 hrs prior to your appointment
• To bring any medication, doctor/ hospital letters and relevant investigations results
• To bring any medication, doctor/ hospital letters and relevant investigations results
• For the Chester step test you should wear suitable sports clothing and training shoes or similar.
The RUK certificate is valid for two years.
For medical reasons, it is possible the certificate may be issued for a shorter period of time.
Yes, as long as the doctor can deem you fit, we will provide you with the certificate at the end of your appointment to take away with you.
Yes, the RUK medical includes a Chester Step Test