The OEUK (formerly OGUK) medical guidelines were updated in 2025. Read here what has changed in certificates, medical requirements and procedures for offshore work.
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During the OEUK medical examination 2025 (formerly OGUK), your medical fitness for offshore work is assessed. Read here what has changed in the new guideline.
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This article outlines what your organisation must do to implement the OEUK 2025 guideline correctly. You will learn about the key changes, how to manage certificates and medication statements, what the 124 kg limit means, and which additional requirements apply to ERT members and crane operators.
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The updated OEUK Medical Guidelines – Issue 8 (2025) have changed the way medication is recorded within the offshore medical system. The OEUK Medication Declaration 2025 makes medical information clearer and safer. Read how the new declarations work and when they are required.
The inland shipping medical examination assesses whether you are medically fit to work on inland waterways. The doctor evaluates vision, hearing, physical capability and any medical conditions, and records the outcome on the CESNI form as fit, fit with limitations, or unfit.
Inland shipping medical: requirements, assessment and validity Read more »
The OEUK ERT medical assesses whether personnel are physically fit for emergency and rescue duties offshore. Read here how fitness and the SRA score are determined.
OEUK ERT medical 2025: fitness testing and Safety Risk Assessment Read more »
The OEUK Crane Operator Medical 2025 introduces new requirements for safe offshore operations. Read here what the latest standards are, which declaration is required, and how any deviations are assessed.
OEUK crane operator medical 2025: vision and safety requirements Read more »
During a medical examination, the doctor will also assess your BMI. Read why BMI is important in maritime and inland shipping medicals, what the guidelines require, and when it may affect your certification.
BMI in seafarer medical examination: when it becomes a concern Read more »
The OEUK return to work 2025 process ensures employees are medically fit after sickness or medevac. Learn how the review works and when clearance is required.
OEUK 2025: Return to Work after Illness or Medical Evacuation Read more »
