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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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extension to the validity of health certificates, offshore rotation extensions, and crew changing requirements has been withdrawn.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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) – guidance for diving contractors – Rev. 1
Updated 23 April 2020 This Information Note has been prepared by IMCA Diving Division Members and members of the Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC). It is also fully endorsed by […]
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 […]
Norwegian Oil and Gas Association document COVID-19 and offshore diving (Norway)
Members should note that Norwegian Oil and Gas has produced a very useful document setting out measures to be taken to reduce the spread of Covid-19 during manned underwater operations […]
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 […]
IMCA air diving supervisor examination – recommended study material
IMCA is frequently asked for a study guide to help candidates preparing to sit the IMCA Air Diving Supervisor certification examination. As part of the recent revision of the IMCA […]
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 & […]
Medical examination of divers – Middle East & India
Information note IMCA D 20/01, issued in July 2001 (revised January 2020), advised members of the requirements for doctors who undertake annual medical examination of divers, in light of the […]
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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