Refer a Client for an OT Driving Assessment
This page is intended for doctors, specialists, and allied health professionals needing to refer patients for fitness-to-drive assessments.
Please complete the below form to refer a client for an OT driving assessment in South East Queensland:
To Submit a Referal, please complete the 2 forms below:
SEQ OT Referal Form (click to download PDF)
F3712 - QLD Medical Certificate for Driving (click to download PDF)
Then email forms to nick@seqot.com.au
The Assesment Process:
Forms:
1. Doctor to complete QLD Medical Certificate (F3712) for Driving and Referral Form
2. Driver takes QLD Medical Certificate for Driving to Queensland Transport (TMR)
3. Driver to see Optometrist to get the optometrist form completed
4. All forms and a copy of the Driver's license to be emailed to nick@seqot.com.au
Off-road Assessment:
6. Off-road assessment to be completed at the driver's home to assess physical, cognitive, perceptual and visual abilities to identify any factors that may impact safe driving.
On-road Assessment:
7. If safe to proceed, an-road assessment is conducted with a qualified driving instructor in a dual-controlled vehicle.
Post-Assessment:
8. OT to complete report with recommendations and send to the referring Doctor and Queensland Transport (TMR).
Jet's Law - Under Queensland's Jet's Law, drivers are legally required to notify TMR of any medical condition that may affect their ability to drive safely. An occupational therapy driving assessment may be recommended to help determine ongoing fitness to drive and any licence conditions or vehicle modifications required.