IMCA’s Lifting and Rigging Committee received and reviewed comments regarding the terminology used in IMCA’s Diving Documents and on diving equipment that is being lifted. The Committee noted that IMCA […]
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Diver and diving supervisor certification
This information note supersedes IMCA D 16/16 and earlier versions of IMCA D 01/18, which are now withdrawn, and supplements section 5.1 of IMCA international code of practice for offshore diving (IMCA D014).1 Diver CertificatesThe acceptance criteria for diver training certificates to be recognised by the International Marine Contractors Association
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Medical Examination of Divers – Middle East & India Initiative
Information Note IMCA D 20/01, issued in July 2001 (revised April 2021), advised members of the requirements for doctors who undertake annual medical examination of divers, in light of the UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE) withdrawal of recognition of doctors operating outside the UK.
IMCA registration of in-water commercial diving training schools
IMCA has launched a scheme for registration of in-water diver training schools which offer courses leading to IMCA-recognised certification. These schools can pay an annual fee to gain access to […]
Renewal of diving cards issued by the South African Department of Employment and Labour
Members’ attention is drawn to the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL)’s recent communication regarding the renewal of DEL-issued diving cards.
Publication of G012 IMCA assessment procedure for diving contractor membership
IMCA G012 supersedes several information notes that have now been withdrawn.
IMCA Air Diving Supervisor Examination – Recommended Study Material
Summary IMCA is frequently asked for a study guide to help candidates preparing to sit the IMCA Air Diving Supervisor certification examination. As part of the recent revision of the […]
Changes to IMCA Diving Supervisor and LST Certificates
This information note reflects finalisation of previously announced changes relating to IMCA diving supervisor and life support technician (LST) certification. Withdrawal of Legislation Modules Information Note 1632 advised of the […]
IMCA Registration of South African In-Water Commercial Diving Training Schools
Regulation 3 of the South African Commercial Diving Regulations, 2022 states the following: “Registration 3. (1) An application for registration as a registered commercial diving school, commercial diver, commercial diving […]
IMCA International Code of Practice for Offshore Diving: Gulf of Mexico Appendix
When the IMCA international code of practice for offshore diving was originally published it was indicated that IMCA could prepare appendices for countries or regions with their own specific regulations or […]
Oceanwide SPHL Component Obsolescence – Unique Group Information Bulletin
Members’ attention is brought to the UHD-114829 Information Bulletin recently issued by Unique Group relating to Oceanwide Self-Propelled Hyperbaric Lifeboat (SPHL) component obsolescence.
Availability of Diving CPD for Diver Training Instructors
IMCA is expanding the availability of its popular Diving CPD app to offshore diver training instructors at schools providing IMCA-recognised offshore diver certification. This will be available through members of International Diving Regulators & Certifiers Forum (IDRCF) and other certifying bodies recognised by IMCA (as set out in the latest
Extension of the IMCA Diving Supervisor CPD Scheme to Trainees
In April 2020 IMCA launched its diving supervisor continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and app. Since then, the scheme has been highly acclaimed by supervisors, contractors and clients and has […]
Extension of temporary scheme for experienced air diving supervisors wishing to gain IMCA air diving supervisor certificates where Brazilian Portuguese is the primary working language
This Information Note supersedes IMCA Information Note 1471 Temporary scheme for experienced air diving supervisors wishing to gain IMCA air diving supervisor certificates where Portuguese is the primary working language which is withdrawn.Background Through a consultation process, IMCA became aware that interested parties in Brazil were struggling to meet the
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Publication of DMAC 35 – Exposure Index for Pulmonary Oxygen Toxicity in Surface-Oriented Diving
Diving Division Members are requested to note that DMAC 35 Exposure Index for Pulmonary Oxygen Toxicity in Surface-Oriented Diving, has been published by the independent Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC). The document can be freely downloaded from www.dmac-diving.org/guidance/.
COBRA Breathing Hose Connection Issues – JFD Guidance Note
Members’ attention is brought to the recent Guidance Note issued by JFD relating to breathing hose connection issues. For convenience, the Guidance Note has been attached overleaf as an appendix to this document, but it can also be found online at: https://www.jfdglobal.com/files/4016/8614/6021/DB500-PGN-24R0_Breathing_Hose_Guidance.pdf. For more information, please contact Bill.Chilton@legacy.imca-int.com
COBRA Bailout System: Various Issues – JFD Guidance Note
Members’ attention is brought to the recent Guidance Note issued by JFD relating to various issues on the Compact Bailout Rebreathing Apparatus (COBRA) that have occurred recently and to provide information on future changes. For convenience, the Guidance Note has been attached below as an appendix to this document, but
Withdrawal of Key IMCA and DMAC Guidance Documents relating to COVID-19
The Diving Division of the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) and the Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC) have jointly decided to withdraw their key guidance documents relating to COVID-19.
Diver Training Certificates – IMCA Acceptance Criteria
IMCA recognises that professional divers are trained for a wide variety of purposes. IMCA will only accept training that is open to all and is directed towards the development of divers for offshore operations. IMCA will not recognise diver qualifications developed for other purposes e.g., military diver training.
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