Vision Test - Titmus (Vision Screener device)

Vision Test - Titmus (Vision Screener device)

Physicals / Occupational Health

This comprehensive vision screening tool is widely utilized by occupational health professionals to assess employees for various job functions and Department of Transportation (DOT) testing. The tests evaluate multiple aspects of vision, including binocularity, acuity, stereo and color perception, and muscle balance. Ideal for Occupational Health Doctors and Nurses, this tool ensures that employees meet the visual requirements necessary for their roles.

This vision screening tool is specifically designed for occupational health assessments and DOT testing, enabling healthcare professionals to evaluate essential visual functions. The screening tests include:

  • Visual Acuity: Assessed using Landolt rings or unbroken rings.
  • Binocular Vision: Evaluates the coordination of both eyes.
  • Depth and Color Perception: Tests the ability to perceive depth and differentiate colors.
  • Muscle Balance: Assesses horizontal and vertical phoria to determine eye alignment.
  • Peripheral Vision: Measures the range of vision beyond the central focus.

Test Distances:

  • Far: 20 feet (6 meters)
  • Near: 14 inches (35 centimeters)
  • Intermediate Distance: Optional testing available

This tool is essential for ensuring that employees are fit for their respective job functions, particularly in roles requiring high visual acuity and coordination.

Why would I need this test?
The Titmus Vision Test is used to: Assess overall visual acuity: It provides a thorough evaluation of both distance and near vision, helping detect conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and presbyopia. Evaluate vision-related skills: The test also assesses depth perception, color vision, and peripheral vision, which are essential for tasks that require precise visual abilities, such as driving, operating machinery, or performing specific jobs. Screen for vision issues in workplace or school settings: Many organizations use the Titmus Vision Screener as part of their routine health assessments to ensure that employees and students have the necessary capabilities to perform their duties safely and effectively. Monitor vision changes: Regular testing can track changes in various aspects of vision over time, ensuring early detection and intervention for vision impairments.
Will wearing glasses or contact lenses affect the test results?
Yes, if you wear glasses or contact lenses, you will typically be tested with and without them: Without correction: The test determines your natural visual acuity and other vision capabilities without any aid, providing a baseline of your vision. With correction: Testing with your glasses or contact lenses allows the examiner to assess your corrected vision and verify that your current prescription is effective for different vision aspects, including depth perception and peripheral vision. Testing with correction is essential, especially for individuals who use multifocal lenses or specialized glasses for specific visual tasks.