Fitness for Duty Medical Assessments
Supporting Safer Workplaces
Whether it's following an injury, illness, or a period of extended leave, knowing whether a worker is fit for duty is essential to keeping your workplace safe and compliant.
At Assist Group, we provide Fitness for Duty Medicals across Australia, helping employers determine if an individual can safely perform the inherent physical and mental requirements of their role. Our assessments are practical, timely, and tailored to your workplace.
Book a Fit for Work Medical Today
Need to confirm fitness for duty fast? Call us by phoning our medical reception in your location by CLICKING HERE, or submit your details in the contact form at the bottom of this page.
Fitness for Duty Medical Assessments
Assist Group treats both work-related and non work-related injury and illness the same. The ability or inability of a worker to perform the inherent functional requirements of a role is a serious safety concern for all businesses across Australia.
Assist Group provides key and critical information on a worker’s medical and health status in relation to performing the inherent functional requirements of a role. Through our detailed assessment service, this is the process we follow:
STEP ONE
With the employer’s assistance, we collect information in regards to the inherent physical requirements of the role. This could be through previous workplace assessments, suitable duties registers or job dictionary. If this information is not available then we can attend the site to obtain this information.
STEP TWO
With the employee’s informed consent, we can obtain and collect medical history and information relating to the injury or illness. If there is no substantial medical information available, further imaging or a letter from the treating doctor may be required.
STEP THREE
Our senior medical director will review the collected medical history and discuss the medical assessment style required to address the specific injury or illness. This may or may not require a physical examination.
STEP FOUR
A detailed report is compiled and a management plan may be issued to help the employer and employee safely manage the return to work or ongoing medical treatment process with the most durable options highlighted. We can assist in implementing this process if the internal resources are not available.
Why Choose Assist Group for Fit for Duty Medicals?
- Fast results – same-day or next-day appointments and reporting
- Expertise in industrial roles – no GP waiting rooms, just tailored occupational care
- Nationwide coverage – metro, regional, and remote support across Australia
- Clear communication – verbal updates post-assessment and written reports
- Compliant and confidential – reports align with WHS and privacy legislation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a fitness for duty medical assessment?
A fitness for duty assessment checks if an employee can safely and effectively carry out the tasks required for their job. It’s often requested after injury, illness, or long absences.
Who needs a fit for work assessment?
Any worker returning to duty after a health event may require a fit for work medical assessment, especially if their role is physically demanding or safety-sensitive.
What happens during a fitness to work assessment?
We review the worker’s role and health history, perform relevant checks (e.g. musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, cognitive), and provide a clear report on whether they are fit, unfit, or fit with restrictions.
How long does the assessment take?
Most fitness for duty medicals take 30–60 minutes. Complex cases may take longer, especially if additional investigations are needed.
Is a fitness for duty report legally binding?
While not a legal requirement in all cases, these reports are often used to demonstrate compliance with WHS duties and support return-to-work or risk management decisions.
Book a Fit for Work Medical Today
Need to confirm fitness for duty fast? Call us by phoning our medical reception in your location by CLICKING HERE or submit your details in the contact form below and we will contact you direct to arrange your appointment needs.
Medically reviewed by Dr Peter Aldridge
Chief Medical Officer, Assist Group
WorkCover-accredited Medical Practitioner – Hazardous Substances
40 years’ experience in Industrial and Occupational Medicine
Last updated: February 2026
Dr. Peter Aldridge, Co-founder & Senior Medical Consultant at Assist Group Australia. Dr Peter has over 40 years’ experience in the field of Industrial Medicine and is a WorkCover-accredited Medical Practitioner for Hazardous Substances.