Safety Flashes
Five safety incidents have been reported in recent IMCA Safety Flashes.
IMCA Air Diving Supervisor Examination – Recommended Study Material
IMCA has published an Information Note containing comprehensive information for Air Diving Supervisor (ADS) candidates.
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.
SPUMS Withdraws COVID-19 Guidance Documents
The South Pacific Underwater Medicine Society (SPUMS) has withdrawn key COVID-19 guidance documents as of January 1st 2024.
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.
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
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.
IMCA CPD Expands to Trainee Offshore Supervisors
IMCA is expanding the availability of its popular Diving Supervisor Continuing Professional Development (CPD) app to Trainee Offshore Air and Bell Diving Supervisors (TOSA and TOSB).