When is a periodic examination conducted?
The purpose of the periodic medical examination is to verify that you are medically fit to continue to perform your work. Periodic examinations are mandatory for risky work (work classified in categories 2 hazardous, 3, and 4) and for employees performing work or activities that involve occupational risk. Employees undergo a periodic examination in the specified intervals dates according to the category of work. For category 1 and 2, although intervals are also set, its completion is not mandatory. They are conducted when required by the employee or employer.
The aforementioned intervals shall not apply if other legal regulations or annexes to Decree No. 79/2013 Coll. are specified.