Medical

OEUK Medical

OEUK Medical

Course Overview

This medical examination is one of the prerequisites necessary before an individual can work offshore. Medical examinations are completed by OEUK registered doctors and cover a range of topics essential under OEUK medical requirements. The aim of the OEUK medical is to set a standard of fitness for those working in the UK offshore sector and North Sea.

Prerequisites

No Prerequisites Required

There are no prerequisites for OEUK Medical

Course Content

An OEUK medical consists of the following;
- Completion of a patient questionnaire
- Urinalysis
- Calculation of Body Mass Index (BMI)
- Near distance and colour vision
- Pulse and blood pressure measurement
- Lung function test (peak flow)
- Audiogram (hearing test)
- Consultation with a doctor

More information

  • Certification: An OEUK Medical Certificate will be issued on successful completion of the examination
  • Certificate validity (months): 24
  • Target audience: All personnel wishing to work offshore
  • Revalidation: This medical is required to be refreshed every 2 years (unless otherwise detailed)
  • Items to bring: Government Issued Photographic ID eg Driver Licence or Passport Please attend your appointment at least 15 minutes in advance of your scheduled appointment time
  • Health prerequisites: Due to certain aspects of the course being potentially physically demanding and/or stressful, delegates will be required to confirm their medical fitness & physical ability to participate on this course by completing our centre medical self-screening form prior to course commencement

Why book your OGUK medical with us?

3t Training Services is seen as a leading provider of OGUK medical test due to our:

    State-of-the-art facilities – 3t operates modern training centres equipped with advanced medical technology
    Flexible scheduling – We offer flexible appointment times, allowing candidates to book their OGUK medicals at convenient hours.

FAQs

What should I expect during the examination?

The test is broken down into two core parts:

Health Questionnaire: This covers your medical history and any current medication

Physical examination: This is done by the doctor who will do the following:

    Height, Weight, and BMI tests
    Vision Tests including for both near and long vision as well as colour vision checks
    Hearing Test
    Blood Pressure Measurement
    Lung Function Tests
    Urine Analysis
    Chester Step Test: A fitness assessment

How long will the test take?

The entire examination typically takes about 1 to 1.5 hour

What if I fail the medical examination?

If you fail the OGUK offshore medical examination, there are several steps you can take:

Address the reasons for failure: Common reasons for failing include high blood pressure, diabetes, and issues related to body mass index (BMI) or weight.

Reapply for the medical examination: Once you feel that your health has improved and meets the required standards, you can schedule another medical examination.

Appeal if necessary: If you believe the decision was incorrect, you can appeal to OGUK within 28 days (about 4 weeks) of receiving your results.

How often do I need to take a OGUK medical test

The test will need to be redone when it reaches its two-year limit

Who should take the OGUK medical test

Offshore workers who require medical clearance to prove them as safe to work.

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