My first post so hopefully you will be kind!
I just wanted to gauge the opinion on this before I start applying for positions and spend time going through the lengthy recruitment process - if I am lucky to get through the first stage that is.
I have been reading many posts on medicals that are carried out but cannot seem to find a specific answer I seek - basically what is the situation with having to declare previous surgeries during the medical or if any questions are asked regarding previous surgeries?
I had a shoulder op about 3 years ago where I was experiencing trapped nerve issue and weakness from an old rugby injury. The operation was successful and fully curative but I am wondering if Occupation health will flag this up as a potential problem in the future? I also had a neck operation which was again successful but as I put myself in an employers shoes and wonder if they think that this is a potential problem in the future.
Are there are any train drivers or trainees who have just gone through the medical process that can shed some light. Or am I overthinking this and it will not be a problem? Do they just perform a physical assessment and use that to decide whether to sign you off.
Thanks.
I just wanted to gauge the opinion on this before I start applying for positions and spend time going through the lengthy recruitment process - if I am lucky to get through the first stage that is.
I have been reading many posts on medicals that are carried out but cannot seem to find a specific answer I seek - basically what is the situation with having to declare previous surgeries during the medical or if any questions are asked regarding previous surgeries?
I had a shoulder op about 3 years ago where I was experiencing trapped nerve issue and weakness from an old rugby injury. The operation was successful and fully curative but I am wondering if Occupation health will flag this up as a potential problem in the future? I also had a neck operation which was again successful but as I put myself in an employers shoes and wonder if they think that this is a potential problem in the future.
Are there are any train drivers or trainees who have just gone through the medical process that can shed some light. Or am I overthinking this and it will not be a problem? Do they just perform a physical assessment and use that to decide whether to sign you off.
Thanks.