We follow the new medical standard from ElementNL that came into effect on July 1, 2025, the NL Offshore Medical, a revamped medical examination for everyone who works offshore. This examination was developed by Element NL, NedZero, and G+, and provides a single joint medical assessment framework for personnel in both the oil and gas sector and the wind sector.
Working offshore presents unique challenges: long shifts, heavy physical strain, limited medical support, and transportation by helicopter. That is why an up-to-date and officially recognized medical examination is mandatory for everyone working on a Dutch platform or drilling rig. During the offshore examination, an assessment is made of whether someone is physically and mentally fit to perform their job safely.
ERT stands for Emergency Response Team and is for employees who are active in rescue and firefighting; in addition to health, physical fitness is also tested so that they can act quickly in emergencies and help others during an evacuation.
WAH stands for Working at Heights and is for employees who perform work at heights.
Wind industry
- NL Offshore Medical + ERT / WAH | €315
- OEUK Offshore Medical + ERT / WAH | €328
Oil and gas industry
- NL Offshore Medical | €234
- OEUK / NL Offshore Medical | €265
- OEUK Offshore Medical | €225
- Lung function test (Fit For In-water CA-EBS) | €78
- Bi-deltoid (Shoulder Measurement) | $87
If you want to book an examination together with a training course, please indicate the type of examination in the comments field of the training course booking form.
Would you like to book a separate inspection? Fill in the form below and describe which inspection you would like.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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When do I book a compressed air/breathing air examination?
If you are going to follow SOG training (this applies to the training course Independent Respiratory Protection Basic and Independent Respiratory Protection Review), it is compulsory to have either a compressed air examination or a respiratory air examination before the training. It is also compulsory to have been inspected before you carry out your final work. -
Is it compulsory to have a safety passport (PSL)?
No, it is not compulsory to have a safety passport (PSL) before you can participate in a training course. It is also not compulsory to have a PSL in order to carry out your work. -
When should I take a Chester Step Test?
A Chester Step Test is not mandatory before participating in the training courses. If you are going to follow one or more of the training courses below, it is mandatory that you have had a Chester Step Test before your final work. This concerns the following training courses: GWO Basic Safety Training Onshore Basic, GWO Basic Safety Training Offshore Basic, GWO Basic Safety Training Onshore Refresher, GWO Basic Safety Training Offshore Refresher, GWO Working at Heights Basic, GWO Working at Heights Refresher, GWO First Aid Basic, GWO First Aid Refresher, GWO Sea Survival Basic, GWO Sea Survival Refresher, GWO Fire Awareness Basic, GWO Fire Awareness Refresher, GWO Manual Handling Basic, GWO Manual Handling Refresher, GWO Advanced Rescue Training Basic, OPITO BOSIET, NOGEPA 0.5A, OPITO FOET, NOGEPA 0.5B, OPITO HUET -
When do I need a NOGEPA Offshore inspection?
If you are going to participate in a NOGEPA training course, it is mandatory to have a NOGEPA Offshore rating. When participating in OPITO training, it is not mandatory to have an Offshore rating before attending an OPITO training course. It is mandatory to have an offshore examination before starting to work offshore. If you are attending one of the following courses, you are required to have an offshore medical before starting to work offshore: OPITO BOSIET, NOGEPA 0.5A, OPITO FOET, NOGEPA 0.5B, OPITO HUET. -
When do I need to undergo a Working at Height Inspection - G41 (GWO)?
If you are going to follow one or more of the following courses, it is mandatory to have had a G41 examination before your final work: GWO Basic Safety Training Onshore Basic, GWO Basic Safety Training Offshore Basic, GWO Basic Safety Training Onshore Refresher, GWO Basic Safety Training Offshore Refresher, GWO Working at Heights Basic, GWO Working at Heights Refresher, GWO First Aid Basic, GWO First Aid Refresher, GWO Sea Survival Basic, GWO Sea Survival Refresher, GWO Fire Awareness Basic, GWO Fire Awareness Refresher, GWO Manual Handling Basic, GWO Manual Handling Refresher, GWO Advanced Rescue Training Basic. -
How can I check the validity or authenticity of a medical examination certificate?
The certificate is issued by the doctor immediately after the examination. Please contact us to explore whether we can still help you with a validity or authenticity issue. -
Will I receive a digital certificate of my medical examination?
No, you will only receive a paper certificate immediately after your examination by the doctor.