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What is the Norwegian Health Certificate (ML5)?

The Norwegian Medical Certificate (ML5) is a mandatory requirement for people who want to work as seafarers. This certificate is issued to those who pass a comprehensive medical examination by authorized medical doctors. Alarga Occupational Health and Safety is the only authorized institution to issue the ML5 certificate in Turkey.

The ML5 certificate is equivalent to the globally recognized ENG1 certificate. It certifies that the seafarer is physically and mentally fit to fulfill his/her duties on board. It is valid for two years and must be renewed before it expires.

At Alarga Occupational Health and Safety, Dr. Serkan Dallıoğlu performs the medical examinations for the ML5 certificate. Dr. Serkan Dallıoğlu is a licensed medical doctor with many years of experience in performing medical examinations of seafarers. Our team at Alarga Occupational Health and Safety ensures that the examination process is efficient and conducted with the highest level of professionalism.

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How to obtain a Norwegian Health Certificate (ML5)?

The Norwegian Health Certificate ML5 certificate is issued to individuals who have passed a comprehensive medical examination by authorized medical doctors.

You can visit Alarga Occupational Health and Safety to obtain the ML5 certificate in Turkey. Our organization is the only authorized organization that can issue ML5 certificate in Turkey. Medical examinations for the ML5 certificate are carried out by Dr. Serkan Dallıoğlu.

The medical examination includes a comprehensive physical examination that assesses the seafarer’s general health and fitness. The examination also includes tests to assess the seafarer’s hearing and visual abilities as well as lung capacity.

Maritime Medical Examination for Seafarers

The Importance of Maritime Medical Examination for Seafarers

Maritime medical examination is a crucial aspect of the seafaring profession. Seafarers are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of ships, and their physical and mental health is essential for the successful execution of their duties. The STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) convention requires seafarers to have a valid marine medical certificate to ensure they are fit for duty.

At Alarga Occupational Health and Safety, we provide comprehensive medical assessments for seafarers to obtain the necessary maritime medical fitness assessment certificates such as the ML5 and ENG1 Seafarer’s Medical Fitness Certificate. Our experienced medical team evaluates seafarers’ physical and mental health to ensure that they are fit to work on board ships.

The medical assessment for seafarers includes tests for hearing and vision, lung capacity, cardiovascular health, and overall physical fitness. It also involves an assessment of mental health and well-being to ensure that seafarers are equipped to handle the demands of life at sea.

Having a valid maritime medical certificate is crucial for seafarers, as it is a requirement for employment on ships. It is important to note that seafarers must renew their medical certificate every two years, and failure to do so can result in the revocation of their employment.

At Alarga Occupational Health and Safety, our team of doctors for maritime personnel provides efficient and reliable maritime medical certification services. We have been authorized by Norway to provide the ML5 Seafarer’s Medical Fitness Certificate, which is valid for all Norwegian flagged ships worldwide. Our medical certification services also include the STCW ENG1 Medical Certification, STCW ML5 Medical Certification, Seafarer’s Medical Assessment ML5 andSeafarer’s Medical Assessment ENG1

In conclusion, obtaining a valid maritime medical certificate is crucial for seafarers to ensure their physical and mental fitness to perform their duties on board ships. At Alarga Occupational Health and Safety, we provide comprehensive medical assessments by experienced doctors for maritime personnel to ensure that seafarers are fit for duty and comply with the necessary medical certification requirements.