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Confined Spaces Medical

Confined Spaces Medical.

£145

A confined spaces medical is a fitness check for anyone who works in tanks, tunnels, silos or other enclosed areas. Your employer usually requires it under health and safety law before you can enter. The appointment covers your medical history, heart and lung health, breathing, hearing and your ability to wear breathing apparatus or escape gear safely. The doctor then signs the certificate your employer needs — confirming you're fit to work safely in confined spaces.

You require this medical if any of the following apply

  • Employees who enter tanks, silos, tunnels, sewers, pits or other enclosed spaces as part of their role

  • Workers in construction, utilities, water treatment, engineering and manufacturing

  • Anyone required by an employer to hold a valid confined spaces medical certificate

  • Personnel who need to wear breathing apparatus, harnesses or escape sets in these environments

  • Contractors and agency staff working on sites where a valid certificate is a condition of entry

What to expect during the medical

  • Full medical history review, including any past or current conditions

  • Blood pressure and pulse check

  • Heart and lung examination, plus a breathing assessment

  • Vision and hearing tests

  • Fitness to wear breathing apparatus, harnesses and escape sets

  • Height, weight and general physical examination

Appointment duration

60 minutes

What to bring

Please bring photo ID (passport or driving licence), a list of any current medications, your glasses, contacts or hearing aids if you use them and any form or questionnaire your employer has provided.

Where to attend

In clinic only

Certificate issued

A signed confined spaces medical certificate / fitness-to-work certificate, confirming your fitness to work in enclosed environments and to use breathing apparatus or escape sets. After your appointment, you will receive an email notification from our portal, Orchid Live, allowing you to securely view and download your certificate electronically.

Certificate validity period

Typically up to 1–2 years, depending on your employer's requirements and the nature of the role. Many organisations set a shorter renewal window for higher-risk work.

Make your booking

Book your Confined Spaces Medical.

Choose your medical, pick a time that suits you and book online in a couple of minutes. All appointments take place at our clinic in central Worthing.

On the day, please bring photo ID, any paperwork you’ve been asked to have completed, and your glasses or contact lenses if you wear them.

60 minutes

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£145