General Pilotage Regulations

3 (1) The designated physician conducting a medical examination shall determine whether the applicant or holder has any of the following disabilities:

• (a) an impairment that could cause an unpredictable loss of consciousness and is not controlled through medication or otherwise;

• (b) a disorder that could prevent the applicant or holder from reacting effectively while performing pilotage duties;

• (c) a disorder that could prevent the applicant or holder from having the strength, agility or ability necessary for performing pilotage duties in all weather and sea conditions likely to be encountered while performing pilotage duties;

• (d) a disorder that could prevent the applicant or holder from speaking in a clear and prompt manner while performing pilotage duties;

• (e) a condition that could endanger others, taking into account the duration of pilotage duties and the conditions on board ship;

• (f) a condition that is likely to require emergency medical care and is not controlled through medication or otherwise; or

• (g) an active psychiatric disorder, including drug or alcohol dependence or abuse.

(2) The designated physician conducting a medical examination shall

• (a) take into account, when assessing an applicant or holder, the medical fitness standards referred to and set out in Division 8 of Part 2 of the Marine Personnel Regulations; and

• (b) determine if the applicant or holder has depth perception.