Apply for an examination authorisation certificate (UBS) for the youth work safety examination
Full text
If you are aged between 15 and 17 and would like to start working, for example by undertaking an apprenticeship, you must undergo an initial medical examination.
During the assessment, a doctor of your choice will determine whether you are physically and developmentally suited to this profession.
The initial medical examination is intended to prevent you from suffering any damage to your health as a result of your work. Following the initial medical examination, you will be issued with a certificate. You must present this to your employer.
You do not need a medical examination if you are taking up a job on a part-time basis or if you are only working for a short period, i.e. for a maximum of two months. This applies, for example, to a holiday job or a school work experience placement.
The examination costs are paid by the state. You must apply for the initial examination in order for the examination costs to be reimbursed.
Basis for action(s)
Prerequisites
- They are between 15 and 17 years old
- You want to take up a job
- This work is not minor and lasts longer than 2 months
Costs (fees, expenses, etc.)
Prepayment: NoDeadlines
The examination must take place before you start work.
You must take up employment no later than 14 months after the examination.
Notes (special features)
You must be examined again after one year. You must then present this certificate to your employer again.
Responsible office
In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, please contact the independent town or large district town or district administration responsible for your place of residence or the administration of the independent municipality.