What medical conditions stop you driving HGV?

An HGV driver needs to be medically fit if he/she is going to carry out his/her duties effectively. In fact, anyone who drives an HGV has to pass a medical. If you need to book an appointment with the doctor, you should do this online using the “Book medical appointments” feature. The system is easy to use and you will find that it is very quick.

It will ask you questions about your health. Once you have answered these questions, the doctor will be able to tell you whether you will need to go to hospital for a medical examination Hgv medical West Bromwich or whether you can just fill in the form online. You will need to provide details of how often you will need a blood test, and how much of the medicines you need to take for your condition.

Once you have completed the form, the website will direct you to a page on the government website which has a link to a PDF form. If you want to book an appointment, you will have to complete this form online and print it off. You should then take it to the doctor with you. The doctor will take the form and tell you whether you need to see him/her in person or if you can have the form sent to him/her. This is usually within a couple of weeks.