Originally Posted by
Youmightsaythat
There are no 'tests' the doctor can do. He asks...How do you feel, you answer 'fatigued' thats it. Seriously you ONLY need the FAST printout. + it puts the cowboy operators on warning. And stick to your guns, they back on you bottling it. If you are a professional do not be pressured. If you allow yourself to be then ergo you are not a 'professional'.
A FAST is only required if the company uses a FRMS, it is absolutely legal and valid to operate without that, at least according to EASA rules. Then all the company has to prove is that the roster was legal in accordance with chapter 7 of the OMA, it is the crew members responsibility to assure adequate rest and living circumstances that allows that at home, and of course the companies while on layovers. I worked both in airlines with and without FRMS, and the latter can actually reduce costs in certain circumstances.