Neuro & musculoskeletal test
Grip Strength Test
Hand grip dynamometry measuring maximum grip force โ used to assess functional upper-limb strength for physically demanding roles.
Duration
5 min
Category
Neuro & musculoskeletal
Included in
3 medicals
What It Involves
A quick squeeze test using a hand dynamometer to measure your maximum grip strength in each hand. It helps assess functional upper-limb capability for roles involving tools, climbing, or manual handling โ common as an add-on in offshore, wind turbine and diving fitness assessments.
What to Bring
Valid photo ID (passport or driving licence) (and 2 more items)
Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily โ the result is interpreted alongside your role requirements and overall physical assessment.
Both hands are usually tested โ the clinician records the maximum reading from each.
Health questionnaire
If your clinic requires a pre-visit health form, we'll email you their link. You complete it directly with the clinic โ we never see or store your answers.