Physical Examination Prior to Employment

Employers may not conduct physical examinations prior to making an offer of employment.

After a job offer has been made, you can require the worker to undergo a physical examination at your expense before beginning employment. To be lawful, the employer and employee must complete all non-medical aspects of the application process prior to conducting the examination.

All entering employees in the same job classification must be subject to the same examination.¹ An employer may withdraw an offer of employment based on the results of an examination only if the applicant is unable to perform the essential duties of the job with or