Medical testing as condition of employment
Failure to take measures against unnecessary medical testing

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Medical testing may have legitimate place in regard to screening in law enforcement, aviation, and for other specific categories of workers.

Broader Terms:

See ESC right:

Work, right to

Relevant ICESCR Articles:

06(1): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right to work, which includes the right of everyone to the opportunity to gain his living by work which he freely chooses or accepts, and will take appropriate steps to safeguard this right.

Related Documents:

Principles for the Protection of Persons with Mental Illness and the Improvement of Mental Health Care


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