ADAS Updates May 2024
In ADAS news, we are excited to release the updated Revision Modules in ADAS Online, which are publicly available for anyone who wants to brush up their skills to enter the diving industry or further their career.
ADAS Board of Directors Update May 2024
The ADAS Board of Directors recently welcomed Thomas Mayo to the ADAS Board, and farewelled Adrian Evans, who has been a member of the Board since 2021, and Peter Sieniewicz, who has been a Board member since 2018.
Safety
Six safety incidents have been reported in recent IMCA Safety Flashes.
South African Diving Qualifications Registration and Revalidation
ADAS and ADAS schools are now checking all certifications issued by the Department of Employment and Labour for expiration dates that comply with the new registration and revalidation requirements.
ADAS Updates – December 2023
As an internationally recognised certification agency, ADAS works to improve the global recognition of diver qualifications by connecting with colleagues and agencies around the world.
Bergen International Diving Seminar 2023: Sustainable diving in the new energy sector
ADAS was invited to present at the bi-annual International Diving Seminar, held in Bergen, Norway and hosted by NUI
Steve Clark Presented with Maurie Vierow Award of Excellence
Congratulations to Steve Clark on receiving the 2023 ADAS Maurie Vierow Award of Excellence.
Diver Medicals: Make Sure Your Doctor is Qualified
There has been an increase in medicals issued by doctors who are not qualified to issue occupational diver medicals. It is important that hyperbaric workers ensure their doctor is properly qualified.
Forgeries on the Rise: Check with ADAS
The number of forged diving certifications is increasing significantly, ADAS urges all diving contractors to gain verification of ADAS certifications.
Safety
Two safety events have been reported in recent IMCA Safety Flashes, and two case studies have been published. The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published a Safety Alert relating to heat related illnesses offshore.