On 23 March 2020 the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) issued a statement which temporarily changed the validity period of Certificates of Medical Fitness to Dive issued in the […]
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IMCA announces successful launch of diving supervisor CPD scheme and app
The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) is pleased to announce the successful launch of a continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and App for diving supervisors. The aim of the CPD […]
COVID-19 – An example of a risk assessment undertaken by an IMCA Diving Contractor
This Information Note contains a sample of a robust risk assessment recently undertaken by an IMCA Member. In this example, the bowtie risk assessment methodology was selected and used to […]
Extension of the renewal period for annual DESIGN audits during the COVID-19 pandemic
IMCA has been asked to consider extending the permitted renewal period for annual DESIGN audits during the current COVID-19 pandemic. This Information Note will only apply where an annual DESIGN […]
UK HSE energy division response to COVID-19
A letter from the HSE Energy Division has been brought to IMCA’s attention regarding the HSE’s response to COVID-19, which we have set out here in this information note for […]
Release of KMDSI bulletin on cleaning and sanitising Kirby Morgan Helmets, BandMasks and Full Face Masks
Your attention is brought to the following bulletin from Kirby Morgan Dive Systems, Inc. It is recommended that users of KMDSI helmets and BandMasks review and implement the manufacturer’s recommendations […]
IMCA life support technician examination – recommended study material
IMCA is frequently asked for a study guide to help Assistant Life Support Technicians (ALST) candidates prepare for the IMCA Life Support Technician (LST) certification examination. As part of the […]
Pre-registering for IMCA’s Diving Supervisor Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
IMCA launched a pilot Continuing Professional Development (CPD) scheme for Diving Supervisors in September 2019. This followed initial announcements in November 2018 regarding the introduction of the programme. These announcements […]
Recognition of doctors to perform medical examination of divers – Asia-Pacific region
Information note IMCA D 20/01, issued in July 2001, advised members of the requirements for doctors who undertake annual medical examination of divers, in light of the UK Health & […]
Withdrawal of the IMCA Norwegian legislation module examination
IMCA has been advised that the Norwegian Industry and Authorities no longer require IMCA diving supervisory candidates intending to operate in Norwegian waters to sit and pass a separate Norwegian Legislation Module examination as part of the IMCA Certification scheme. This means that, with immediate effect, IMCA will no longer
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Temporary scheme for experienced air diving supervisors wishing to gain IMCA air diving supervisor certificates where Portuguese is the primary working language
Background Through a consultation process, IMCA has become aware that diving contractors in Brazil wishing to join IMCA’s Diving Division, as well as some existing Contractor Members, are struggling to meet the requirements for diving supervisors to gain IMCA certification. In December 2019 it was decided by the IMCA Diving
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Use of composite cylinders for diving and underwater operations
1 Background Composite cylinders are increasingly being used for diving and underwater operations. However, IMCA Members should note that unfortunately not all such cylinders are suitable for underwater use or as part of a diver’s breathing apparatus. This Information Note is intended to assist users to identify composite cylinders that
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Amended IMCA training supplier member sub-categories – implications for diving course providers
1 Background In the past, training providers teaching in-water basic diver training courses that do not lead to the award of an IMCA recognised offshore diver training certificate[1] have applied for, and been awarded, Training Establishment Supplier Membership of IMCA. As a result, they have been entitled to display the
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Publication of DMAC 12 Rev. 2 – Safe diving distance from seismic surveying operations
The latest revision of DMAC 12 – Safe Diving Distance from Seismic Surveying Operations – has been published by the independent Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC) and can be freely […]
Nippon gases safety flash
IMCA has been made aware of two recent incidents where a supply of heliox gas was found to contain a quantity of argon rather than helium. No injuries have been […]
Introduction of IMCA diving supervisor continuing professional development (CPD)
As part of our mission to improve performance in the marine contracting industry IMCA continuously evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of how we work and what we do. As part […]
Changes in IMCA Exam Resit Protocol
During a recent Diving Division Management Committee meeting a review of the revised IMCA examination resit protocol issued in September 2018 was discussed. All accepted the posts of diving supervisor and […]
Establishment of the International Diving Industry Forum
IMCA would like to advise its Diving Division members of the formation of the International Diving Industry Forum (IDIF). The Forum has been established by three key industry stakeholders – the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA); the Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI); and the International Association of Oil and
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JFD product caution note relating to disposable gas conditioner cartridges for diver and chamber gas recovery systems
IMCA Diving Division members are asked to note that JFD has issued a Product Caution Notice to all customers who have procured any of the equipment listed below: B1562A DISPOSABLE CARTRIDGE SET, GASMIZER B1591A DISPOSABLE CARTRIDGE SET, GASPURE B1563 DISPOSABLE CARTRIDGE SET, AIR FILTER SYS, 2 SETS BO B1592A GASPURE
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Recent rise in forged ADAS diver training certificates
IMCA currently recognises the certificates listed in IMCA D 01/18 Diver and Diving Supervisor Certification for offshore diving under the IMCA International Code of Practice for Offshore Diving (IMCA D […]
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