A Fitness for Duty (FFDE) psychological evaluation is a specialized assessment used to determine whether an employee is mentally and emotionally capable of safely and effectively performing their job duties.
This type of evaluation is conducted by a licensed psychologist trained in occupational and forensic psychology. It assesses key areas such as emotional stability, judgment, impulse control, and the ability to handle workplace stress.
FFDEs are often requested by employers, human resources, or legal teams when there are concerns about an employee’s behavior, performance, or mental health. The evaluation ensures that decisions are made fairly, ethically, and in the interest of both employee well-being and workplace safety.