It is a legal requirement for a seafarer (defined as any person engaged in any capacity aboard a ship) to hold a valid medical certificate. This assesses their medical fitness to perform their duties safely at sea and adjusting for risks associated with this.

ENG1’s are carried out Monday to Friday in-clinic from 7:30am until 6pm. The cost of the medical is £115, which is set by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).  Further details of ENG1 medicals can be found on the MCA website.

Your examination will be carried out by an MCA approved doctor and will include, as a minimum:

• Observation of movement and gait.
• Blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, BMI.
• Visual acuity and colour vision.
• Urine dipstick for glucose, blood and protein.
• Examination of skin, including leg veins.
• Examination of heart, lungs, abdomen, hernia check and neurological system.
• Examination of teeth, mouth and gums.
• Audiogram (hearing tests) may also be necessary.
• Discussion about your medical history.

Please remember to bring the following with you:

• Any previous ENG2 Medical certificates.
• Photographic identification e.g passport, discharge book or driving license.
• Glasses or contact lenses if worn plus spares.
• Any medication, or recent letters relating to medical treatment which has occurred since the last medical.

To book or discuss this further please call 0117 9162239, contact us via hello@occupationalhealthbristol.co.uk. Appointments are also bookable via our booking page.