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Railway Medical Assessments in Drouin and Gippsland
Category 1, 2, and 3 railway medical assessments for rail safety workers across West Gippsland. Dr Sai Andey is an Authorised Health Professional (AHP) accredited to conduct assessments under the National Standard for Health Assessment of Rail Safety Workers. Results within one business day.
What is a railway medical assessment?
A railway medical assessment is a structured health assessment that confirms whether a rail safety worker can safely perform their duties. It is a requirement for anyone seeking unescorted or safety-critical access to the rail corridor, and a valid assessment must be recorded in RIW before that access is granted.
The assessment is not a standard GP consultation. It follows a defined format set by the National Standard for Health Assessment of Rail Safety Workers, and must be conducted by a doctor who is accredited as an Authorised Health Professional by the relevant rail operator.
Dr Sai Andey is an Authorised Health Professional (AHP) accredited to conduct Category 1, 2, and 3 railway medical assessments at Cure & Care Family Practice in Drouin. Results are provided within one business day.
Railway medical categories
Category 1
Required for workers in the most safety-critical roles, including train drivers and network controllers. The most comprehensive assessment.
Includes: medical history and questionnaire, full physical examination, cardiovascular assessment, ECG, vision and colour perception testing, audiometry, musculoskeletal screen, and drug and alcohol screening.
Category 2
Required for workers with a defined safety function on the rail network. Less extensive than Category 1.
Includes: medical history and questionnaire, physical examination, vision testing, audiometry, and musculoskeletal screen.
Category 3
A baseline health clearance for workers with limited safety responsibilities who require unescorted access to the rail corridor.
Includes: medical history, vision testing, audiometry, and musculoskeletal screen.
Your employer or the rail operator will specify which category applies to your role.
Why choose Cure & Care
Authorised Health Professional on-site
Dr Andey holds AHP accreditation. Not all GP clinics are authorised to conduct railway medicals. You can book directly without needing a referral or travelling to Melbourne.
Results within one business day
Documentation is provided within one business day of your assessment, suitable for RIW recording and employer requirements.
Serving Gippsland
Workers and employers based in Drouin, Warragul, Longwarry, Garfield, and across West Gippsland have a local option. The nearest alternative providers are in Pakenham or Melbourne.
All categories available
Category 1, 2, and 3 assessments are available at one location, in one appointment.
How To Book
Check your category
Your employer's letter or the rail operator will specify the category required. Not sure? Call us and we can help.
​Book your appointment
Use the booking form. A nurse will call you back within 24 hours to triage and confirm appointment. Allow approximately one hour for your appointment.
What to bring
Photo ID, your employer's request letter, and any current medications. Bring glasses or hearing aids if you use them.
Frequently asked questions
For employers
If you're arranging railway medical assessments for a team, contact our reception directly on (03) 5614 5614 or email admin@cureandcarefamilypractice.com.au. We can schedule grouped appointments and accommodate time-sensitive RIW renewals. Alternatively, use the booking form and note that you are booking for multiple workers.
This page provides general information about railway medical assessment services at Cure & Care Family Practice. It is not medical advice. Assessment requirements vary by role and rail operator. Please contact us to confirm which assessment applies to your situation.
Your railway medical doctor
Dr Sai Andey, MBBS, FRACGP, is an Authorised Health Professional accredited to conduct Category 1, 2, and 3 railway medical assessments. He is the Practice Principal at Cure & Care Family Practice and has a background in occupational medicine and workers' health screening.