‘Screening everybody is not possible’

February 19, 2019 12:00 am | Updated 12:01 am IST - Hyderabad

Screening of health condition for every candidate appearing for physical efficiency and physical measurement test of sub-inspector and constable jobs is not possible, said V.V. Srinivasa Rao, Chairman, Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board.

“In suspected cases, our doctors conduct health check-up and advice the candidate to postpone the dates for tests,” he said.

Before a candidate appears for the physical test, they fill an application (Part-II), in which they are cautioned about the limited health risk.

“The candidates give us an undertaking, understanding the limited risk, and citing that their health condition is good. It is more like a self-certification,” Mr Rao said.

On Monday, Mamatha, 21, a police job aspirant collapsed while taking part in 100 meters run during the physical fitness test in Karimnagar. She suffered massive cardiac arrest and doctors declared her brought dead.

“It is an unfortunate incident. Everyday several candidates fall sick due to dehydration and iron deficiency anaemia. However, they recover within few minutes after they are provided first-aid,” Mr. Rao said.

He said that every day at least 1,000 men and over 1,400 women aspirants are turning up for the physical tests conducted by the recruitment board in eight centres across the State.

Several candidates who appear for the test assume that they are physically fit and take part in the event. “However, various undetected aliments come out during the tests” he said.

The police officer said that many pregnant woman turnout on daily basis and they are advised to take doctor’s consultation before appearing for the test.

“One has to practice regularly, gradually and maintain the physical fitness. When our body cannot adopt the sudden changes, candidates fall sick and a few suffer cardiac arrest,” Mr Rao said.

The candidates must have nutrition-rich food and good sleeping habit can keep them fit, he added.

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