Seafarer Medical Examinations Scheme Medical and Eyesight Standards & List of Approved Doctors

From: Department of Transport
Published on: 29 October 2019
Last updated on: 11 April 2025

The Merchant Shipping (Medical Examinations) Regulations 2014 SI No. 246 of 2014 makes it a legal requirement for any seafarer to hold a valid certificate confirming their medical fitness for the work for which they are employed. Details and information on the Seafarers’ Medical Examinations Scheme, including list of Approved Doctors, application process, and medical standard are set out in Marine Notice No. 38 of 2014

Seafarer Medical Examinations Scheme Medical and Eyesight Standards & List of Approved Doctors A: Introduction

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