Open AccessEvaluation of Visual Function Requirements for Public Jobs in Saudi Arabia
Author(s) -
Majid A. Moafa,
Waleed Alghamdi,
Muhammed S. Alluwimi,
Sulaiman Aldakhil,
Ismail Abuallut,
Mansour Alghamdi,
Saif Hassan Alrasheed
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
open access macedonian journal of medical sciences
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.288
H-Index - 17
ISSN - 1857-9655
DOI - 10.3889/oamjms.2021.6394
Subject(s) - government (linguistics) , medicine , function (biology) , eye care , optometry , medical education , philosophy , linguistics , evolutionary biology , biology
BACKGROUND: Certain occupations and career paths require potential candidates who meet certain visual standards that allow them to apply or hold realistic possibilities for career advancement.AIM: This study aims to assess the visual function requirements for public jobs in Saudi Arabia and compare them with international standards.METHODS: Interview with eye care specialists in the fields of optometry and ophthalmology was conducted. This interview was consisted of seven pre-approved questions on current vision health requirements for eyesight-dependent careers.RESULTS: Interview responses revealed the existence of several visual requirements which were visual acuity, color vision, and visual field. These requirements are essential for various government jobs and functions, with examinations of applicants being necessary for acceptance of a vacancy or subsequent career progression.CONCLUSION: Many government positions of employment require predefined level visual standards which are not widely known. Defining what these standards are and making them publicly accessible will aid both future candidates in better planning their employment options and specialists in providing the required standards on request.