Complete your OEUK offshore medical and Chester Step Test in one appointment where aerobic-fitness testing is required by your employer, project or role.
The OEUK Medical assesses medical fitness for offshore work. A Chester Step Test is an additional submaximal exercise assessment used where evidence of aerobic fitness is required.
Not every OEUK Medical requires a Chester Step Test. The combination is commonly requested for particular offshore, wind and safety-critical roles or project requirements.
Complete both assessments during the same appointment at Marina Medicals Cardiff.
Approximate appointment time: 40 minutes
Where the assessments are satisfactory and no further medical evidence is required, certification can usually be completed promptly.
Your appointment combines the standard OEUK medical assessment with the Chester Step Test, avoiding the need to arrange two separate visits.
Medical and occupational history, relevant clinical examination and the assessments required for OEUK offshore medical certification.
A progressive submaximal step test used to assess aerobic fitness. Heart rate and perceived exertion are monitored while the stepping rate increases in stages.
Where the required standards are met and no additional medical evidence is needed, the relevant OEUK certification and fitness assessment outcome can normally be completed following the appointment.
Where the assessment is satisfactory and no further evidence is required, certification can usually be completed the same day.
Your employer, training provider or mobilisation team may require additional certification or testing alongside your OEUK medical. The most common combinations and related offshore requirements are shown below.
Standard offshore medical fitness assessment for workers deploying to UK offshore oil and gas installations.
A common combined assessment for offshore workers who also require Fit to Train / CA-EBS certification.
EI 3583 / OEUK
Wind-turbine medical fitness assessment including grip strength and Chester Step Test / VO₂max estimation.
OEUK certificates are normally issued once the assessment is complete and the medical fitness criteria are satisfied.
Where further medical information, specialist evidence or additional testing is required, certification may need to be deferred until that information has been reviewed.
Complete both assessments in one Cardiff appointment where your offshore role or project requires OEUK medical certification and aerobic-fitness testing.
