A boat captain’s physical exam is necessary before obtaining a captain’s license. Like your driving permit, a license is a representation of legality. And as a boat captain, you will need one to carry “passengers for hire legally.” This permit covers everything from fishing, transportation, diving, sightseeing, and teaching— anything under the passengers-for-hire umbrella. A boat captains exam 2023 is the same as previous physical assessments for aspiring captains. It will test your sea knowledge and physical fitness to wear the mantle of a shipmaster. The knowledge part will test your awareness of maritime rules and navigational skills. On top of that, the examiner will also analyze your skills in saving lives, like performing CPR. These details are non-negotiable skills you must have as a boat captain. On the other hand, the physical examination will assess if you’re in good physical health and shape. One portion of the exam involves analyzing your medical history, and the presence of debilitating illnesses may deny your application. Here are some common medical disqualifiers: • Heart problems • Diabetes • Psychiatric disorders • Sleep apnea (a sleeping condition where your breathing stops while sleeping) • Chronic use of narcotics   A captain’s exam entails what people call ‘the big three’ that you must pass: vision, blood pressure, and drug test.