The safe and efficient operation of remotely operated vehicles

  • Recommended Practice
  • Revision 6 - February 2024

This document provides comprehensive guidelines for the safe and efficient use of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) in offshore operations.

Contents

  • Glossary of terms and abbreviations

  • Introduction

  • ROV classification

  • ROV tasks

  • ROV tools

  • Environmental considerations

  • ROV operations

  • Remote operations

  • Equipment and maintenance

  • Personnel

  • Responsibilities

  • References


Revision

  • Rev. 6 - February 2024
    Major review and inclusion of ROC for remote operations
  • Rev. 5 - December 2021
    To reflect technical developments, expand on AUV, trenchers and improved operational practice
  • Rev. - October 1997
    Initial publication
  • Rev. 4 -