1) Mental or behavioural disorders due to
alcohol or other substance use, with or
without dependency, are disqualifying.
(2) A fit assessment may be considered af
ter a period of two years documented
sobriety or freedom from substance use.
At revalidation or renewal a fit assessment
may be considered earlier with a multi-pilot limitation. Depending on the individual
case, treatment and review may include:
(i) in-patient treatment of some weeks followed by:
(A) review by a psychiatric specialist; and
(B) ongoing review including blood testing and peer reports, which may be
required indefinitely.