Bell (Saturation) Diver

Job Summary:

A Saturation Diver is regarded as someone who is fully conversant in all saturation diving activities associated with subsea marine operations.

They can successfully participate in the diving team during operations and will report directly to the Diving Supervisor when offshore.

The Saturation Diver is expected to take part in the competence assessment process.

Entry Level Specifications:

• Valid IMCA/HSE saturation diving qualification
• Current and valid survival certificate
• Current and valid medical certificate
• Desirable - First aid or Diver Medic qualification
• Inspection work only - appropriate inspection qualification

The following competencies will be assessed through performance criteria:

Competencies	Performance Criteria	Underpinning Knowledge Questions
1) The ability to adhere to company safety management systems in accordance with legislative and operating company requirements
2) The ability to conduct saturation diving operations in a safe and reliable manner
3) The ability to operate life support systems as used in saturation diving
4) The ability to conduct emergency procedures as required on the vessel or installation where saturation dive operations take place
5) The ability to conduct umbilical handling requirements during dive operations
6) The ability to operate subsea and topside equipment as used in saturation diving (rigging and lifting)
7) The ability to operate subsea and topside equipment as used in saturation diving (hydraulic/cleaning/welding and cutting/inspection)
8) The ability to operate subsea and topside equipment as used in saturation diving (air lift and dredging)
Supporting Documentation:
Assessment Plan
Assessment Feedback Form
Assessor Sign off Form
Record of Witnesses Form
Witness Statement
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