Specialist Fitness for Work Assessments for the Wind Energy Sector
Working on wind turbines demands exceptional physical fitness, safety awareness, and resilience. Our EI 3585 Wind Turbine Medicals provide comprehensive health clearance for technicians, engineers, rope-access specialists, and contractors working onshore and offshore.
Delivered by specialist occupational health clinicians, every assessment meets Energy Institute (EI) 3585 requirements, including evaluation for:
– climbing and work at height
– confined space access
– shift work and fatigue risk
– remote or offshore deployment
– environmental and travel health considerations
As a SEQOHS-accredited provider, Fleet Street Clinic supplies fast appointments, clear reports and integrated clinical support including vaccinations, travel medicine, mental wellbeing and fitness-for-work consultancy.
Available in-clinic or on-site, we help employers meet regulatory obligations, strengthen safety culture, and minimise operational risk.
Fit. Safe. Ready for the wind-energy environment.
Trusted Occupational Health Experts Supporting London’s Wind, Offshore & Renewable Energy Workforce
What the medical involves
- Pre-appointment questionnaire & medical history review
- Physical examination: including musculoskeletal exam, ECG, vision testing.
- Specialist tests (as required): audiometry, spirometry, fitness for working at heights and fitness testing.
- Discussion of job role demands
- Medical report & recommendations
- Follow-up or specialist referral if medically indicated
FAQs
It is a specialist fitness-for-work medical designed for personnel working on wind turbines or wind-farm environments. It assesses suitability for climbing, height work, confined spaces, shift patterns, and the physical demands of remote or offshore roles.
Please bring relevant medical history, previous height-work clearances, any recent eye or hearing tests, and details of your role such as tower height, travel/rotation schedule, or shift roster.
The purpose of the assessment is safety and risk reduction. Your clinician will explain the findings and advise on adjustments, treatment, or alternative duties where appropriate.
Yes. While designed for turbine and height-access roles, EI 3585 medicals are appropriate for most wind-sector positions involving tower access, offshore travel, remote deployment, or high-risk environments.
Most organisations require annual (12-month) recertification, or sooner if your role or health status changes.