Everything you need to know about your offshore medical at OmniHealth Amsterdam
To work safely offshore, a valid medical certificate is mandatory. At OmniHealth we conduct both the OEUK Offshore Medical (formerly OGUK) and the Dutch NL Offshore Medical Examination, fully aligned with the most recent industry standards.
Both frameworks were updated in 2025. Want to understand precisely what these changes mean for your sector or role? Our in-depth articles explain the updates clearly:
🔗 Changes to the OEUK Medical (2025)
🔗 The new NL Offshore Medical Examination explained
If you require more than one medical, we combine them into a single appointment.
You only pay for the most comprehensive examination—additional certificates are provided at no extra cost.
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Anyone working or training offshore must be medically certified
Rotational schedules of two weeks, 12-hour shifts, restricted medical facilities and emergency evacuation procedures all place specific demands on physical and mental resilience.
A proper medical assessment is therefore essential to ensure safe deployment in an environment with limited margins for error.
At OmniHealth, we perform all offshore medicals according to the latest international standards. In some cases, a seafarer medical is also required; when that applies, we schedule both in a single visit and issue all certificates immediately.
OmniHealth conducts examinations under:
Results are recorded in the official Personal Safety Logbook (PSL).
Our physician, Sven Daam, is a certified Petroleum Doctor and authorised to perform Norwegian offshore medicals.
Your offshore examination at OmniHealth
The examination takes approximately 30–45 minutes and includes:
Validity of the offshore medical
An offshore medical certificate is valid for up to two years.
To receive an unrestricted certificate, you must meet all requirements of the NL Offshore Medical Examination (ElementNL) and, where applicable, those of OEUK or the Norwegian standard.
Our physician evaluates your fitness in relation to your job role—not only the individual test results, but also your overall resilience, risk factors, and the specific working environment onboard.
We discuss the outcome with you immediately, including any considerations relevant to your deployment.
Your certificate is issued on the spot.
If you have questions or disagree with the assessment, we will discuss the options for follow-up or additional evaluation.
Safe at work
The Chester Step Test is used to assess whether your fitness level meets the demands of your offshore role.
It is mandatory for Emergency Response Team (ERT) members and for several roles in offshore wind.
In other cases, the physician may recommend the test when higher physical demands apply or when there are concerns about functional capacity.
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This provides an objective measure of endurance and physical capacity, forming part of the overall offshore fitness assessment.
It is a mandatory element of both Dutch and international offshore standards.
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We measure the bideltoid shoulder width during the medical.
Your category determines which helicopter seating and exits apply:
≥ 55.9 cm: XBR (Extra Broad)
< 55.9 cm: Regular
This classification, introduced in 2025, appears on your certificate and is internationally recognised.
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ERT personnel undergo an additional medical assessment to determine whether their health, resilience and fitness meet the elevated demands of emergency response duties.
Criteria include vision, lung function, cardiovascular capacity and physical endurance.
A fitness test is part of the assessment, and the physician evaluates factors such as medication use, risk of shortness of breath, syncope and balance issues.
The outcome is recorded on your certificate.
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Certificates are accepted by all recognised training centres.
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Since 2025, WAH falls under the Dutch offshore standard, making a separate G41 medical unnecessary.
The assessment focuses on endurance, balance issues, dizziness, collapse tendency, medication use and other safety-critical factors.
An ECG is required for first-time applicants and for all candidates aged 40+.
From age 50 onward, the maximum validity is one year.
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The assessment includes specific checks for distance vision, depth perception, hearing, balance and fine motor control.
Where needed, supplementary testing or specialist consultation may be requested.
The evaluation follows Dutch and international offshore standards, and the result appears on your certificate.
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Why Choose OmniHealth for Your Offshore Medical?
Certified for ElementNL, OEUK/OGUK and Norwegian offshore standards
Clear and transparent pricing—no surprises
Fast, flexible scheduling
Multiple examinations combined in one appointment; you pay only for the most comprehensive
Easily accessible Amsterdam location
Additional certificates issued free of charge
OmniHealth: Expert, personalised medical assessment with international recognition.
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OmniHealth provides high-quality medical care and services focused on the maritime and offshore industries. With expert examinations, consultations and necessary vaccinations, we are here for you!
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