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GPS systems – Warning of interference
The United States Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD) has issued revised advisory notice 2020-016-Various-GPS Interference on multiple instances of significant GPS interference that have been reported worldwide. This interference is resulting […]
Changes to the INPP/French diver certification requirements
Your attention is brought to the following changes to the French diver qualification, recognition and renewal requirements issued by the French Ministry of Labour with effect from the 1st of […]
IMCA Security Bulletin 03/20
The IMCA HSSE Security Committee is determined to raise awareness of security issues that can potentially harm member companies. Information provided in this regular security bulletin is intended to be […]
COVID-19 swab-test testing for diver medics
Background Testing for Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) has become commonplace since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Obtaining a sample for testing currently involves the use of a single swab to collect […]
New Publication Alert – Managing environmental risks in the upstream oil & gas industry
In keeping with their members’ commitment to sustainable business, the Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) and IPIECA have updated their widely-read 1997 publication on environmental management in upstream oil and gas, focusing specifically on the operational environmental aspects associated with oil and gas exploration and production[1]. Early on
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An Alternative Fuels Initiative (LNG, GTL, HVO)
Heerema Marine Contractors believes that a responsible company has an obligation to act in a sustainable manner. This includes the minimisation of our impact on the environment, which is why […]
IMCA Policy for the Validity of Diver Medicals During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Rev. 2.1
This Information Note supersedes Information Note IMCA D 11/20 Extension to the Validity of Diver Medicals During the COVID-19 Pandemic and IMCA Policy for the Validity of Diver Medicals During […]
IMCA Diving Supervisor and ALST Training During the COVID-19 Pandemic
IMCA-approved Trainee Air Diving Supervisor (TADS), Trainee Bell Diving Supervisor (TBDS) and Assistant Life Support Technician (ALST) courses are currently delivered by DT2 Training Supplier Members in accordance with IMCA […]
Straw man briefing note to assist IMCA members; Executives
Talking Points IMCA Contracting Principles Over the last few years IMCA members have seen a steady and significant erosion of contracting conditions. This was mainly caused by a re-think of contracting risks after the BP Macondo incident and the serious down-turn in the oil & gas industry in recent years.
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eCMID/eMISW Temporary Validity Extension Ending
Further to information note IMCA M 01/20 – Marine and DP assurance – IMCA advice during ongoing COVID-19 situation, the temporary validity extension of eCMID/eMISW inspections ends in July. IMCA […]
COVID-19 and returning to the workplace
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on the global economy and continues to present the marine contracting sector with some significant challenges, particularly when in association with the […]
IMCA Diver Medic Training During COVID-19
IMCA approved Diver Medic Technician (DMT) courses are currently taught by a number of training providers worldwide in accordance with IMCA D 020 IMCA Scheme for Recognition of Diver Medic […]
Safety statistics for IMCA contractor members: 2019
IMCA has produced an annual report of safety and environment statistics (covering fatalities, injuries and environmental indicators) supplied by contractor members since 1997. IMCA’s HSSE Core Committee recognises that the publication of safety statistics is considered an important and useful service to members.The safety statistics are available as a short
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eCMID and eMISW findings analysis
IMCA has analysed over 2,100 vessel inspection reports uploaded into the eCMID database at www.imcaecmid.com and produced the following summary of key findings. The eCMID system enables vessel operators to […]
Norwegian directorate of health statement normalising the validity of offshore health certificates and divers’ health certificates
Information Note 10/20 NORWAY Covid-19 response – extension to the validity of health certificates, offshore rotation extensions, and crew changing requirements has been withdrawn. Your attention is brought to the […]
Marine autonomous vessels
A Brief History of Unmanned Marine Vessels The first proprietary remotely operated vessel dates back to 1898, when Nicolai Tesla used radio control systems to remotely control a small size vessel. The same concept was used during the second world war to attack ships using a guided bomb which was
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Cyber security considerations for autonomous and remotely controlled systems
A Brief History of SecurityHistorically, security can be defined as:The state of being free from danger or threat.The safety of a state or organization against criminal activity such as terrorism, theft, or espionage.Procedures followed or measures taken to ensure the security of a state or organization.The definitions still hold true
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Internet of things (IoT)
The world is currently experiencing the 4th Industrial Revolution. Building on advances made in the 3rd Industrial or ‘Digitisation’ Revolution, this new technology era is typified by the blurring, or removal, of boundaries between the physical, artificial, digital and virtual worlds. The most obvious changes can be seen in the
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Publication of UK HSE guidance for divers and AMEDS on medical fitness and medical examination of divers during the COVID-19 outbreak
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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