Independent Medical Assessment for Radiation Workers
Get in touchAt Independent Medical Assessment, we provide impartial and professional evaluations for employees working with ionising radiation.
Radiation exposure can cause significant long-term health risks, which is why strict medical surveillance is required under the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR17).
Our independent assessments are carried out by HSE-appointed doctors and qualified occupational health specialists.
We deliver unbiased medical reports that help employers remain compliant while ensuring employees’ health and safety are protected.
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Why Are Independent Medical Assessments Needed for Radiation Workers?
An independent medical assessment provides an impartial evaluation of an employee’s health and fitness to work with ionising radiation.
Radiation can damage tissues and increase the risk of cancer or other serious illnesses if exposure is not properly controlled.
This neutrality is particularly important in legal disputes, ill-health retirement cases, or where there are concerns about fairness.
It ensures that decisions are based on unbiased medical evidence.
What Does a Radiation Worker Medical Assessment Involve?
The radiation assessment includes a review of medical history, a clinical examination, and any relevant tests.
Our independent radiation assessor will also review radiation dose records to ensure exposure remains within safe limits.
If concerns are identified, the employee may be referred for further medical investigation.
A work-focused report is then issued, confirming fitness for classified radiation duties.
Who Requires Independent Medical Assessments for Radiation?
Assessments are legally required for classified radiation workers, those likely to receive radiation doses above specific thresholds under IRR17.
This includes employees in nuclear power, industrial radiography, medical imaging, laboratories, and scientific research.
Independent assessments may also be requested in contested cases, such as insurance claims or employment disputes.
They provide objective evidence that can be relied upon in sensitive or legal situations.
How Often Should Radiation Medicals Be Carried Out?
A baseline medical must be conducted before an employee begins classified radiation duties.
After this, assessments are required annually, though more frequent reviews may be recommended depending on exposure or health concerns.
Independent assessments may also be arranged as one-off evaluations for legal or employment cases.
At Independant Medical Assessments, we ensure both compliance and fairness.
What Are the Benefits of Independent Medical Assessments for Radiation Workers?
Independent radiation worker assessments provide neutrality, compliance, and reassurance.
The key benefits include:
Ensure compliance with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017.
Provide impartial, unbiased medical opinions.
Detect health concerns early and recommend appropriate action.
Review both health and radiation dose records together.
Support fair decisions in legal, insurance, or employment cases.
How Much Do Independent Radiation Medicals Cost?
Radiation worker assessments cost between £120 and £300 per case.
Costs vary depending on the complexity of the assessment and whether detailed reporting is required.
Legal or insurance-related reports may cost more due to additional evidence requirements.
We provide transparent, tailored quotes for each case.
Are Independent Radiation Medical Assessments Confidential?
Confidentiality is guaranteed for all assessments for radiation workers.
Employers and insurers only receive outcome reports stating whether the employee is fit, fit with restrictions, or unfit for radiation duties.
Detailed medical information remains private between the employee and the assessor.
This ensures employee privacy while enabling employers to manage workplace risks responsibly.
What Is an HSE-Appointed Doctor?
An HSE-appointed doctor is a medical professional approved by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to carry out statutory medicals under the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR17).
Only appointed doctors can legally assess classified radiation workers and issue valid fitness certificates.
We ensure all medcial checks for radiation meet strict national safety standards.
Using an independent HSE-appointed doctor provides extra assurance of impartiality.
What Happens If an Employee Is Declared Unfit for Radiation Duties?
If an independent medical assessment concludes that an employee is unfit, they must be removed from classified radiation duties immediately.
The assessor may recommend temporary redeployment, further medical tests, or permanent reassignment.
This protects the worker from further health risks and helps the employer remain compliant with IRR17.
The impartial report also provides defensible evidence if employment or insurance disputes arise.
What Records Must Employers Keep for Radiation Workers?
Employers are legally required to keep health records for all classified radiation workers.
These must include dates of assessments, medical outcomes, and radiation dose records.
Records must be retained for at least 50 years, or until the employee reaches the age of 75, whichever is longer.
This long retention period reflects the delayed onset of radiation-related illnesses.
How Do Radiation Dose Records Link to Medical Assessments?
All classified workers must wear personal dosimeters to monitor their radiation exposure.
During an independent medical assessment, these dose records are reviewed alongside the health examination.
If exposure levels are higher than expected, the assessor may recommend more frequent monitoring or changes to workplace controls.
This integrated approach ensures both health and exposure data are considered together.
Can Non-Classified Workers Have Independent Radiation Assessments?
Even workers who are not formally classified may still face low-level radiation risks, such as support staff or contractors.
Independent assessments can provide reassurance and early detection of health concerns in these groups.
Employers may also arrange them voluntarily to demonstrate a strong duty of care.
We help foster trust and a culture of safety in radiation-related workplaces.
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At Independent Medical Assessment , we deliver impartial evaluations for radiation workers across the UK.
Our reports support compliance with IRR17, protect employee wellbeing, and provide unbiased evidence for workplace, insurance, or legal decisions.
Contact Independent Medical Assessment today to arrange radiation worker assessments for your organisation.
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