Q. Physical examination in selection process?

Physical examination is carried out to ascertain the physical standards and fitness of the prospective employees. The practise of physical examination varies a great deal both in terms of coverage and timing. While many organizations do not carry physical examinations at all others carry on a very comprehensive basis. Some organizations only have general check up of the applicants to find the major physical problems, which may come in a way to affective discharge of duties. In the context of timing also, some organizations locate the physical examination near the end of the selection process, other place it relatively early in the process. This later course is generally followed when there is high demand for the physical fitness.