Treatments, options and pricing
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Seafarer Medical (ENG1 / ML5) (For BMI below 30) 45 Minutes: £115
45 Minutes Appointment, Measurement of height, weight, and blood pressure, Vision and hearing tests, Lung and heart function assessments, Urine sample analysis to check for diabetes, Review of medical history.
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Seafarer Medical (ENG1 + Chester Step Test) (For BMI over 30) £205 (£115: ENG1 + £90: Chester Step Test)
45 + 30 Minutes Appointment, Measurement of height, weight, and blood pressure, Vision and hearing tests, Lung and heart function assessments, Urine sample analysis to check for diabetes, Review of medical history.
Common Q&A about Seafarer Medical
Our FAQ section is designed to address common questions you may have, from how our treatments work to what you can expect during and after your session.
Our team is always available to provide additional support if you need more personalised guidance, ensuring that you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
The ENG1 is a medical examination required for individuals who work at sea, ensuring they are fit to perform their duties. It assesses physical and mental health to ensure that seafarers can safely work in a maritime environment without posing a risk to themselves or others.
A seafarer is anyone who works on board a seagoing ship, including:
- Master and crew
- Self-employed contractors
- Shopkeepers and hairdressers
- Entertainers
An ENG1 is typically required by merchant seafarers, crew members on yachts, and those working on commercial vessels. It is mandatory for anyone working at sea who falls under the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) regulations.
- A seafarer
- In charge of a ship
- Serving on a merchant ship or yacht
- Working on a fishing vessel in some situations
- A seagoing ship is any vessels
- On an international voyage or from a foreign port
- On a domestic journey from the UK coast
- More than 500 gross tonnes
The ENG1 medical includes tests for vision, hearing, and general physical health. The doctor will check for conditions such as high blood pressure, heart issues, diabetes, respiratory conditions, and mental health to ensure the seafarer can meet the physical and cognitive demands of life at sea.
- Your previous medical certificate if you have one
- Your local doctor’s name, address and contact details
- Any medication you’re taking
- Your glasses or contact lenses but not colour correction lenses
- An accepted form of photo ID
- Passport
- Photocard driving licence
- National identity card or citizen’s card
- A seaman’s card or discharge book
If you’re working on a fishing vessel, You need an ENG 1 certificate if one or more of the following apply:
- The vessel needs to be inspected at a foreign port
- The vessel is over 24m long
- You’re at sea for more than 72 hours
- You’re fishing more than 200 miles off the UK coastline
- You’re fishing beyond the continental shelf
If none of these apply, you need an ML5 certificate.
An ENG 1 certificate must be issued by a doctor approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
The ML5 medical certificate is designed for individuals working on smaller vessels, such as those in inland waterways or small commercial vessels. It assesses a person's fitness for work in lower-risk environments compared to the ENG1.
The ENG1 is more comprehensive and is required for those working on larger, sea-going vessels, while the ML5 is intended for individuals working on smaller, lower-risk vessels. The ENG1 is conducted by MCA-approved doctors, while the ML5 can be carried out by any GP.
If your BMI is over 30 or between 30-35 and not solely due to a muscular physique (e.g., broad shoulders and defined muscles), you will need to take the Chester Step Test. Calculate your BMI using this BMI Calculator before booking your appointment.
The Chester Step Test takes 30 minutes and costs an additional £90, which will be added to your ENG1 medical booking. Equipment such as the exercise step and pulse monitor will be provided.
If the test is required and not booked in advance, your ENG1 certificate may be delayed, potentially requiring a second appointment to complete the test. Avoid delays by booking the test in advance.
