OEUK asthma requirements

Asthma usually creates concern when symptoms are frequent, rescue inhaler use is high, lung function is reduced, recent attacks occurred, or the worker may be exposed to triggers offshore.

A worker with stable, well-managed asthma may be able to work safely when records, medication access, action planning, and spirometry support that decision. Recent ER visits, steroid bursts, nighttime symptoms, exercise limitation, or poor inhaler access can delay clearance until control is documented.

Bring the employer packet, contract language, deployment form, and any certificate name before the visit. If the job requires an official OEUK Medical Assessment, ENG1, ML5, USCG medical certificate, or another named authority form, the worker or employer should confirm the required examiner, register, jurisdiction, and signing pathway before scheduling. Nao Medical can support occupational-health evaluation, testing, documentation review, and next-step coordination, but named certificates must follow the authority rules attached to that specific certificate.