Network Rail PTS Medicals
Network Rail PTS medicals for employers, sponsors and contractors at selected medical centres across the UK, with on-site appointments also available.
Book online in Manchester, Nottingham or Maidstone, or let our team arrange an appointment through our nationwide medical centre network. Discounted prices are available at our Manchester head office.
Crystal Health Group is a RISQS-audited supplier for PTS medical screening, with Sentinel reporting following review where required. Sponsor details and the Sentinel number must be supplied before booking.
Arrange the right PTS medical appointment
PTS medical assessment
Book a Network Rail PTS medical to assess medical fitness for the required rail role. The assessment includes a medical questionnaire and relevant health checks, followed by review and reporting.
Check the requirements with your sponsor before booking. A PTS medical is separate from PTS training and does not by itself provide a Sentinel card or authority to work.
Medical with drug and alcohol testing
Arrange a Network Rail drug and alcohol test alongside your PTS medical where your sponsor requires it. Confirm the required drug-testing method when booking.
The urine dip test for glucose and protein during a medical is a health check and is separate from drug testing. Drug-test laboratory turnaround and any medical review are also separate from the medical assessment reporting time.
RISQS-audited PTS medical assessments
Arrange a Personal Track Safety (PTS) medical for pre-employment or pre-sponsorship rail requirements. We assess medical fitness against the relevant role requirements and review the findings before completing Sentinel reporting where needed.
Our team can coordinate an individual appointment or medicals for several employees or contractors. Provide the sponsor’s contact details and Sentinel number before booking, together with the required medical standard and your deadline.
We also provide rail-standard medical assessments for non-Sentinel purposes. Tell us which reporting route is required when you enquire.
Book your PTS medical
Manchester head office
Book online at our Manchester head office, where discounted prices are available. The PTS medical with instant drug and alcohol testing is £180 online.
See the Manchester price examples below, or contact our team about medical-only and group bookings.
Other centres nationwide
Find a nearby centre through our nationwide medical network, including our OH partner locations.
Use our locator, then call 0800 988 7107 or complete our contact form to confirm PTS medical availability and arrange your appointment.
Nottingham and Maidstone
PTS medical appointments are also available to book online in Nottingham and Maidstone. Select your preferred location and the required medical service to see current prices and appointment availability.
Discounts apply to Manchester appointments only.
Discounted PTS medicals at our Manchester head office
Manchester head office offers discounted PTS medical appointments, including group rates when five or more candidates are booked for one appointment.
The following Manchester clinic examples include VAT and are arranged through our team:
- PTS medical only: £132 for one candidate, or £108 per person for five or more candidates.
- PTS medical with Network Rail drug and alcohol testing: £210 for one candidate, or £186 per person for five or more candidates.
Group saving: £24 per person compared with the corresponding single-candidate price above.
The £180 Manchester online appointment includes instant drug and alcohol testing and is a separate booking option. Confirm the testing method required by your sponsor and contact us for the appropriate group package. Manchester discounts do not apply to other locations.
What does a Network Rail PTS medical include?
Your PTS medical starts with a medical questionnaire and a review of the information relevant to the required rail role. Depending on the assessment and findings, checks include:
- A urine dip test for glucose and protein.
- An Epworth sleep questionnaire where applicable.
- Blood pressure and pulse.
- Height, weight and BMI.
- Mobility and balance.
- Vision, including colour vision and visual field.
- Audiometry to assess hearing.
The clinician may give general health advice or request further information from your GP, optician or another specialist. A urine dip health check does not replace a drug test.
If your sponsor requires a Network Rail drug and alcohol test, arrange this alongside the medical and confirm the required testing method before booking.
Booking and preparing for your PTS medical
Before you book
We must have your sponsor’s name, telephone number and email address, plus your Sentinel number, before booking a PTS medical for Sentinel reporting. Confirm the required medical and any drug and alcohol testing with your sponsor.
Tell us your preferred location, number of candidates and deadline. Online booking is available in Manchester, Nottingham and Maidstone. For other centres, medical-only or group requirements and on-site arrangements, contact our team to confirm the appropriate appointment.
What to bring
- Original, current official photo identification, such as a passport, driving licence or current Sentinel card. Copies are not accepted.
- Proof of your National Insurance number, such as a payslip or P60.
- Your Sentinel card, if already issued.
- A list of current prescribed medication.
- Your glasses, if worn, and a container for contact lenses if you wear them.
Follow the preparation instructions provided with your booking. Avoid exposure to loud noise before the hearing assessment and wear loose clothing suitable for blood pressure and mobility checks. Without the required identification or information, your appointment may need to be rearranged.
PTS medical results and Sentinel reporting
After the appointment, our team reviews the findings before completing Sentinel reporting or requesting further information. For straightforward cases, this is usually within one to two working days after your PTS medical.
If further information is needed from your GP, optician or another specialist, or an occupational physician review is required, the final outcome and reporting may take longer. We will explain what is needed and keep you informed by email or telephone.
Where drug and alcohol testing is booked alongside the medical, laboratory testing, confirmation and any Medical Review Officer review have their own timescales. An instant drug screen is an initial result; a non-negative result needs further testing. Tell us about any deadline before booking.
PTS medical locations and on-site appointments
Arrange a Network Rail PTS medical through our nationwide network of selected medical centres, including OH partner locations. Use the locator to find a convenient centre, then call 0800 988 7107 or complete our contact form to confirm PTS medical availability, costs and booking arrangements.
Online appointments are available in Manchester, Nottingham and Maidstone. On-site PTS medicals can also be arranged, subject to location, candidate numbers and suitable facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Network Rail PTS medical?
A Network Rail PTS medical is an occupational health assessment used to assess medical fitness for the relevant rail role. Crystal Health Group is a RISQS-audited supplier for PTS medical screening and completes Sentinel reporting following review where required. The medical is separate from PTS training and does not by itself provide a Sentinel card or authority to work.
Do I need a sponsor and Sentinel number before booking a PTS medical?
Yes. For a PTS medical requiring Sentinel reporting, Crystal Health Group must have the sponsor’s name, telephone number and email address, together with the candidate’s Sentinel number, before booking. Confirm the required medical and any drug and alcohol testing with your sponsor first. Contact our team separately if you need a rail-standard medical for a non-Sentinel purpose.
Can I book a Network Rail PTS medical online?
Yes. Network Rail PTS medicals can be booked online in Manchester, Nottingham and Maidstone. Choose the location and required medical service to see current prices and appointment availability. Discounted Manchester head office prices apply to Manchester appointments only.
Supply sponsor details and the Sentinel number before booking. For other UK medical centres, use our locator and call 0800 988 7107 or complete our contact form so our team can arrange the appointment.
How long do PTS medical results and Sentinel reporting take?
After your appointment, the medical findings are reviewed before Sentinel reporting is completed or further information is requested. For straightforward CHG assessments without referral, findings are usually reviewed within 1–2 working days. OH partner appointments normally have a 3–5 working-day medical-results timeframe. Sentinel reporting follows the required review.
If further information is needed from your GP, optician or another specialist, or an occupational physician review is required, the final outcome and reporting may take longer. Our team explains what is needed and keeps you informed.
Drug-test laboratory testing, confirmation and any Medical Review Officer review have separate timescales. An instant drug screen is an initial result; a non-negative result needs further testing. Tell us about any deadline before booking.
What should I bring to my PTS medical?
Bring the following to your PTS medical:
- Original, current official photo identification.
- Proof of your National Insurance number.
- Your Sentinel card, if already issued.
- A list of current prescribed medication.
- Your glasses, if worn, and a container for contact lenses if you wear them.
Follow your booking instructions, avoid loud noise before the hearing assessment and wear suitable loose clothing. Missing identification or information may mean the appointment has to be rearranged. Contact our team if you are unsure what to bring.
What does a PTS medical include?
A PTS medical starts with a medical questionnaire. Depending on the required assessment and findings, checks include:
- Hearing, vision and colour vision.
- Blood pressure and pulse.
- Height, weight and BMI.
- Mobility and balance.
- A urine dip test for glucose and protein.
An Epworth sleep questionnaire may also be used. The urine dip health check is separate from drug testing. See our Network Rail drug and alcohol testing information if your sponsor also requires a drug and alcohol test.
Are Network Rail PTS medicals available near me or on site?
Yes. Network Rail PTS medicals are available through our nationwide network of selected medical centres, including our OH partner locations. Use our locator to find a convenient centre, then call 0800 988 7107 or complete our contact form to confirm PTS medical availability, costs and booking arrangements.
Online booking is available in Manchester, Nottingham and Maidstone. On-site PTS medicals can also be arranged, subject to location, candidate numbers and suitable facilities.
How much does a Network Rail PTS medical cost in Manchester?
Manchester head office clinic examples arranged through our team include VAT:
- PTS medical only: £132 for one candidate, or £108 per person for five or more candidates booked for one appointment.
- PTS medical with instant (POCT) drug and breath alcohol testing: £210 for one candidate, or £186 per person for five or more.
The discounted Manchester online medical with instant drug and alcohol testing is £180. Confirm your sponsor’s required testing method before choosing a package. Laboratory testing costs extra, and laboratory confirmation or Medical Review services may carry additional charges.
Manchester discounts apply only to Manchester appointments. Check prices at other online locations or request the appropriate group or medical-only quotation.
Can I book a PTS medical with drug and alcohol testing?
Yes. A Network Rail drug and alcohol test can be arranged alongside your PTS medical. Confirm the testing method required by your sponsor before booking so you choose the appropriate appointment.
Online PTS medical bookings are available in Manchester, Nottingham and Maidstone. Our team can arrange combined appointments at other selected UK medical centres or discuss group and on-site requirements. The urine dip health check in a medical is separate from drug testing.
Book your Network Rail PTS medical
Book a PTS medical online in Manchester, Nottingham or Maidstone, or find a medical centre elsewhere in our nationwide network.
For appointments at other centres, group bookings or on-site requirements, call 0800 988 7107 or complete our contact form. Our team will confirm availability, the appropriate medical and any required drug and alcohol testing.
We must have the sponsor’s name, telephone number and email address, plus the candidate’s Sentinel number, before booking a medical for Sentinel reporting.