The hiring season for most seasonal work in Alaska typically runs from early May through September. Hiring the right candidate is essential, especially for physically demanding roles in industries such as construction, oil and gas, and transportation. It’s not just about finding someone qualified; it’s about keeping employees safe.
Ensuring that candidates are physically capable of safely performing their job duties is critical to maintaining a healthy, productive workforce. Is your company equipped with the occupational health and safety tools needed to support a thorough hiring process—one that ensures workers are physically fit for the job and helps prevent workplace injuries? This process goes far beyond the job interview, and we are ready to support your hiring needs!
MedPhysicals Plus can work with employers across Alaska—in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Wasilla—to conduct physical abilities tests that ensure you hire only qualified and capable candidates for the job, without cutting corners.
What is a Physical Abilities Test?
A physical abilities test (PAT) is a job-specific assessment designed to measure a candidate’s physical ability to perform the essential functions of a particular role. These tests typically include a series of physical tasks and simulations that replicate the actual demands of the job, and they can vary widely depending on the role. Common types of tests include:
- Strength Tests
- Endurance Tests
- Balance Tests
At MedPhysicals Plus, our physical abilities test include:
- Lifting and carrying
- Climbing stairs, ladders, or ramps
- Repetitive movements (kneeling, squatting, reaching)
- Pushing or pulling weighted loads
- Endurance and stamina tasks (prolonged standing or walking)
- Shoveling to simulate manual labor tasks
- Crawling in confined or low-clearance spaces
- Jumping to assess lower body strength and coordination
- Running or short-distance sprints to evaluate cardiovascular endurance and mobility
Benefits for Employers in the Hiring Process
Hiring season is approaching. Here’s how PATs help employers during the hiring process:
- Improves Job Matching
- Prevents Workplace Injuries
- Improve Workforce Productivity
- Ensures Legal Compliance
- Streamlines the Hiring Process
Why Employers Trust MedPhysicals Plus for PATs
MedPhysicals Plus is ready to partner with you to conduct the right tests for your workforce. Our PAT-equipped locations feature the tools and equipment needed to simulate a wide range of job functions, ensuring your employees are physically suited for their roles.
Our trained team carefully evaluates and documents all key findings from each test, providing you with clear insights into every candidate’s capabilities.
Contact MedPhysicals Plus at (907) 455-7511 to schedule Physical Abilities Testing for your business this upcoming hiring season.
Invest in PAT today and build a safer, healthier workplace!