Crane Medical

Crane Medical

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Cranes operate at dangerous heights and when operating a crane, you are in possession of heavy goods therefore requiring a level of physical and mental fitness, thereby requiring a Crane Medical. Employers will normally ask for evidence of fitness before starting a role. VitalMedicals perform Crane medical at the Group 2 DVLA standard (Please ensure this is sufficient for you prior to booking or if you have specific documentation then contact us prior to booking to confirm).

What do I need?

Please Bring to your Medical:

You should bring your Medical Form, and also your Photo ID. In addition, your driving glasses/contact lenses & prescription. Also bring any details of any ongoing medical conditions plus any medication you are taking. Furthermore, please bring your medical records where required.

What will happen at my medical?

There is no legal requirement to have a medical to operate a crane however it is becoming more common for employers to ask for evidence of fitness before operating a Crane.

The doctor will go through your  medical by completing a medical questionnaire, Height and weight measurement, Blood pressure and vision assessment. This will be conducted to the group 2 standards set out by the DVLA. Once the examination is passed, you will be provided with your Crane operator Medical certificate (within 72 hours) which will also stipulate the length of fitness depending on your examination.

Crane Medical: What You Need to Know

If you are planning to drive a Crane in the UK, you will need to pass a Crane medical. This is a medical examination that is designed to assess whether you are fit and healthy enough to drive safely.

The Crane medical examination consists of three parts:

• An eyesight test: This test will assess your vision to ensure that it meets the minimum standards for driving an LGV or PCV.
• A blood pressure check: This test will assess your blood pressure to ensure that it is within normal limits.
• A medical questionnaire: This questionnaire will ask you about your medical history and any current medical conditions.

The Crane medical examination is usually carried out by a doctor or other qualified healthcare professional. You can book an appointment at a GP surgery, a private medical clinic, or a specialist Crane medical centre.

What to expect at your Crane medical

When you arrive for your Crane medical, you will be asked to complete a short questionnaire about your medical history. You will also be asked to provide your driving licence.

The doctor or other healthcare professional will then carry out the eyesight test and blood pressure check. They will also ask you some questions about your medical history and any current medical conditions.

If you have any medical conditions, the doctor will need to assess how they could affect your driving. For example, if you have diabetes, the doctor will need to check that your blood sugar levels are well controlled.

Passing the Crane medical

To pass the Crane medical, you must meet the following criteria:

• Your vision must meet the minimum standards for driving an LGV or PCV.
• Your blood pressure must be within normal limits.
• You must not have any medical conditions that could affect your ability to drive safely.

If you have any medical conditions, the doctor may be able to give you advice on how to manage them so that you can pass the medical.

What if I fail the Crane medical?

If you fail the Crane medical, you will not be able to drive an LGV or PCV. The doctor will explain to you why you have failed the medical and will give you advice on what you can do next.

If you have a medical condition, you may be able to improve your chances of passing the Crane medical by getting treatment for your condition. You may also be able to get advice on how to manage your condition from a specialist doctor or other healthcare professional.

Renewing your medical

Once you have passed the medical, you will need to renew it every five years. You can renew your medical online or by post.

To renew your medical online, you will need to complete a questionnaire and provide your driving licence number. You will also need to pay a fee.

To renew your medical by post, you will need to download and complete a  medical form. You will also need to send a copy of your driving licence and a cheque for the fee.

Conclusion

The medical is an important part of the process of becoming a commercial vehicle driver. It is important to be prepared for the medical and to be honest with the doctor about your medical history. If you have any medical conditions, you may want to get advice from a specialist doctor or other healthcare professional on how to manage them so that you can pass the CRANE medical.

Book your Crane Medical

Book your Crane Operator medical with VitalMedicals now at one of our many centres.

Our doctors are registered with the GMC and are fully trained in providing medicals.

We have vast experience in the field having performed thousands of Crane  medicals.

Additionally, all of our medicals are subject to a free re-test. Therefore, if you have any  issues during your medical you can get them sorted prior to sending the medical.

Further crane operator regulations can be found at here.

Book your medical in confidence now at www.vitalmedicals.co.uk