RA 12021 (Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers) Section 29

Medical Certificate.

Section 29

SEC. 29. Medical Certificate. - As a prerequisite for employment on board an ocean-going ship, all overseas seafarers shall be required to secure a medical certificate issued by a DOH-accredited medical facility after undergoing a PEME. The same requirement shall be complied with by domestic seafarers in accordance with the rules and regulations of the DOH. The certificate is a confirmation that the seafarer has met the minimum health requirements for performing duties specific to the post and is physically and mentally fit to work. For purpose of this section, a medical certificate issued to overseas seafarers in accordance with the requirements of the STCW Convention shall be acceptable.

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