Closure of Professional Divers Training Academy
ADAS school Professional Divers Training Academy (PDTA), part of the Professional Divers Group, has announced the closure of their ADAS training operations after 14 years.
Improving and Defending Divers Pay and Conditions
Joel O’Brien, Lead Organiser for Divers at the Maritime Union of Australia raises the important issue of divers’ pay and conditions, encouraging divers to ensure they understand their rights and entitlements in employment.
IMCA Updates
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has released two new guidance resources: a global overview of offshore legislation; and guidelines on deck decompression chambers (DDCs) for support of diving operations
Offshore Infrastructure Regulator Launches ‘What’s Happening Offshore’ Page
The Offshore Infrastructure Regulator (OIR) has launched a new What's Happening Offshore web resource, designed to enhance transparency and provide stakeholders and interested parties with timely, accessible information.
ADAS Task Book to Launch in 2025
ADAS is excited to announce that our new Offshore Air Divers Task Book will be launched early 2025, and we share the latest updates on ADAS Activities.
ADAS Board Member Positions Available
ADAS is seeking expressions of interest for positions on the Board of Directors.
ADAS Schools Updates
The easing of barriers to global travel in the past 24 months has seen an increase in activity at the ADAS schools. We share exciting news from CDA who have recently received donated equipment from Shelf Subsea, and from UTCSA who report a positive uptick in student diversity.
Using ADAS Simulators for Verification of Competency
Offshore supervisor applicants who need to show proof of competency as part of the application process, can do so using the ADAS Diving Supervisor simulator.
Safety Flash
One diving-related safety incident has been shared in recent International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) Safety Flashes.
French Certifications No Longer Accepted for Crossover
French Certifications No Longer Accepted for Crossover ADAS is no longer accepting French certifications issued after the 14th of June 2024 for crossover applications. During the IDRCF (International Diving Regulators and Certifiers Forum, of which ADAS is a founding member)…