1.  To determine if a candidate is physically capable of handling the job requirements

2.  To determine which position within your company the candidate will be best suited for

3.  To discover and have on file, any pre-existing injuries

4.  To prevent unnecessary worker’s compensation claims by candidates who are not physically capable of handling the job requirements

5.  To prevent unnecessary lost time claims by candidates who have pre-existing injuries that may be aggravated by engaging in physically intense work.

6.  To reduce employee turn-over.  Candidates are more likely to stay at a job if they are suited to the position.

7.  To increase productivity.  Candidates who are not physically capable of all aspects of their job will be less productive than those who are physically capable.

8.  Helps to establish a commitment level.  If a candidate is not willing to undergo a pre-employment physical, they may not be willing to undergo other aspects of the job.

9.  Increased employee morale.  Employees know that everyone around them is physically capable of their job, and will ‘carry their own weight.’

10.  Non-nursing physicals/medicals (ex.by a physiotherapist, chiropractor,etc) have a greater focus on musculoskeletal health and actual job requirements than a standard nursing medical