Limitations in the use of SCUBA
- Recommended Practice
- Revision 2.2 - May 2026
This document highlights the limitations and dangers of using self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) for offshore diving operations.
Contents
Background
Scope
Shortcomings in the use of SCUBA
Limited breathing gas
Lack of communications with the surface
Safety of breathing equipment
Decompression
Mobility/emergency recovery
Guidance
References
Further reading
Revision
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Rev. 2.2 - May 2026Change of title from 'Limitations in the use of SCUBA offshore'
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Rev. 2.1 - December 2023Page 2, bookmarking (layout) updated; no change to written content
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Rev. 2 - March 2021Minor updates made during review process
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Rev. 1 - May 2016Minor updates made during review process
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Rev. - October 2003Initial publication