Combating forgeries
Forgeries of ADAS diver and supervisor certification, and of certifications from other agencies, continues to be a significant issue across the global diving sector.
IMCA Updates
IMCA recently issued a number of topical updates including a new CPD program, warnings about rogue diving schools, and a 2024 Safety Stats Report.
ADAS Board of Directors Update April 2025
As a result of the recent recruitment drive, the ADAS Board of Directors is excited to announce that three new members have now joined the Board of Directors.
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.
Safety
Three diving-related safety incidents have been shared in International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) Safety Flashes to date in 2025.
ADAS Updates
ADAS has seen a busy start to 2025. We are preparing our courses reaccreditation application with ASQA, engaging in discussions with potential new training establishments and pursuing quality assurance through desktop audits and an increased volume of student surveys.
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.