Why Seafarer Medical Fitness Matters
The sea is a demanding and often hazardous working environment. Seafarers face physical demands including manual handling, working at height, emergency response duties, and extended periods away from port. Medical fitness examinations ensure seafarers are physically and mentally capable of performing their duties safely — protecting themselves, their crew, and their vessel.
Physical Fitness Standards for Seafarers
- Cardiovascular fitness — heart rate and blood pressure within acceptable limits
- Respiratory fitness — adequate lung function for physical work and emergency duties
- Musculoskeletal fitness — full functional use of limbs required for deck and engine duties
- Neurological fitness — no conditions affecting balance, coordination, or emergency response
- Vision — adequate distance vision with or without correction; colour vision required for deck officers
- Hearing — adequate hearing for communication in a maritime work environment
- Mental health fitness — no conditions affecting judgement or crisis management
Comprehensive In-House Investigations at Velys Hospital
- NABL-standard laboratory — CBC, blood sugar, LFT, KFT, urine analysis
- Digital radiology — chest X-ray (PA view)
- 12-lead ECG
- Vision and colour vision testing
- Hearing assessment
- Clinical examination by DG Shipping approved examiner
- No external lab or radiology referral required
Appointment and Contact
Book your seafarer medical fitness examination at Velys Multispeciality Hospital by calling +91 99789 55247 or emailing info@velyshospital.com.
Address: FF 6, Aastha Bunglows, Nr. Sola Overbridge, Science City Road, Sola, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380060. Open Monday to Sunday, 9 AM to 6 PM. Examination by appointment only.