Pressure gauges and other forms of pressure monitoring equipment used in conjunction with diving operations

March 2024, Rev. 0.1 – Refresh of preface, references and layout; no change to content

January 2021 – Revised to become IMCA D document

May 1994 Initial publication as AODC document AODC 059

This document revives and extends the guidance originally contained in AODC 059, a document which was withdrawn in 2016.  IMCA D062 addresses operational parameters; factors relevant to testing and certification; and periodic examination and test criteria for all forms of pressure monitoring equipment used in conjunction with diving operations.

Contents
  • Scope
  • Application
  • The Competent Person
  • Periodic Examination and Test Criteria
  • Categories of Gauge
  • Certified Test Instrument
  • Traceability of Measurement Standard
  • Water Density
  • Analogue Gauges – Operational Parameters
  • Digital Gauges – Operational Parameters
  • Divers’ Wrist-Mounted Depth Gauges
  • Training of Personnel
  • References (Legislation & Guidance)
  • Appendix 1: Categories of Gauge and Periodic Examination and Test Criteria
  • Appendix 2: Examples of Gauge Accuracy Tolerance