GO 100.21 Physical Examinations

Question 1

When shall probationary physical examinations occur?

Answer 1

Prior to the completion of their 14 month of service

Question 2

When shall the Five Year physical examination be scheduled?

Answer 2

Within the fourth year of service, no later than three months prior to the end of the five year tenure period.

Members should make the appointment no less than six months prior to the

Question 3

Biennial Physicals commence…

Answer 3

Following the pre-five year tenure physical.

Question 4

When Military leave is requested for 15 days or less,

Answer 4

members will schedule a partial physical exam prior to departure and a complete exam after returning, and before working a tour of duty

Question 5

Military leave in excess of 15 days requires

Answer 5

scheduling the departure and return physical exams simultaneously.

Question 6

Fitness for Duty evaluations are for medical conditions…

Answer 6

that results from injury or disease (including psychiatric) or other physical or mental impairment which may affect an individual’s capacity to safely and satifactoryily perform his or her assigned duties.

Question 7

In Fitness for Duty cases where there is not sufficient time for the written request, a supervisor shall

Answer 7

immediately consult with the Commanding Officer, who will verbally contact the Human Resources Officer, explain the ciritical nature of the circumstances and request a waiver. The CO will then prepare a written request which will be hand-delivered to the Director, MSD for medical evaluation.