Mandatory health examinations for employees who work night shifts

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In Denmark, night work is defined as work in which an employee performs three hours or more of their daily working hours between midnight and 5:00 a.m., or if an employee works a total of 300 hours during this time period within a 12-month period.

It is a legal requirement that companies offer employees who are to work at night a free health check-up before they begin night work. In addition, it is a legal requirement to offer this to employees who are already working as night workers at regular intervals of less than three years.

In addition to the mandatory health check, stricter guidelines were agreed upon during the 2023 collective bargaining negotiations if the company does not comply with the NFA’s recommendations regarding night work. Read more about the guidelines via the link below.

Mandatory health checkups for night workers are essential for identifying and preventing health problems that can arise from working at night.

Night work can disrupt the natural sleep cycle and increase the risk of certain diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and stress-related conditions.

Through regular health checkups, potential health risks can be detected early, and employees can engage in a constructive dialogue about managing the challenges associated with working night shifts.

At Acture, we focus on Danish workplaces, which means we can also assist you with other services designed to improve both the mental and physical work environment. Below is a selection of our services, each of which—and when used together—can help enhance well-being in your workplace. Contact us to learn more about the benefits of choosing multiple services from us.

The health check-up is conducted by a health consultant with relevant training from a health sciences faculty and expertise in health coaching.

The health check consists of a series of physical measurements of each employee. The employee has been asked to complete an online health screening in advance. The screening can also be completed on-site.

Health screenings and checkups form the basis for a coaching conversation focused on the employee’s personal goals.

The employee will then be given access to our digital platform, DigiHealth, where they can find additional information and inspiration for making lifestyle changes.

In this way, the health check can help lay the groundwork for lasting results.

• Body Mass Index (BMI)


• Body fat percentage


• Waist measurement


• Blood pressure


• Total cholesterol


• HDL cholesterol


• LDL cholesterol


• Triglyceride


• HbA1c (long-term blood sugar)


• Cardiofit (Seismofit, measurement of VO₂max without physical activity)


• Spirometry (for smokers)


• Bodyage

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