DEFWDV026 — Dive using surface-supplied breathing apparatus (SSBA) in open water to 30 metres

1 Operate a surface-supply panel

• 1.1Ensure surface-supply panel and associated equipment is in date and serviceable
• 1.2Connect main and reserve breathing gas supplies and confirm supply
• 1.3Check seals and connections for integrity, correct function and correct line up
• 1.4Ensure each umbilical from the surface-supply panel is safely connected to a diver’s helmet
• 1.5Perform routine user level maintenance on surface-supply panel
• 1.6Conduct surface-supply panel post-dive inspections and serviceability checks and report defects, as required, in accordance with manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures

2 Conduct SSBA dive operations

• 2.1Participate in developing a dive plan and risk assessment for SSBA dive operation using industry approved decompression tables in accordance with organisational procedures
• 2.2Select, inspect, fit and test SSBA in accordance with manufacturer specifications and ensure independent equipment check prior to diving
• 2.3Conduct dive/s using SSBA and demonstrate dive contingencies in accordance with organisational procedures
• 2.4Undertake tender duties in an SSBA diving operation according to organisational procedures
• 2.5Complete SSBA equipment post-dive serviceability checks in accordance with manufacturer specifications and report defects, as required, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 2.6Re-stow surface-supply panel and SSBA equipment in accordance with organisational procedures

3 Perform open water diving operations using SSBA

• 3.1Perform entry and exit techniques at the assigned entry and exit points
• 3.2Undertake open water SSBA diving operations to a maximum depth of 30 metres according to dive plan
• 3.3Manage descent and ascent in accordance with dive plan and dive operations manual
• 3.4Follow decompression and emergency procedures according to dive plan and dive operations manual
• 3.5Establish and maintain effective communication with surface and dive team
• 3.6Transmit and receive messages using electronic communications devices in accordance with dive plan and communication protocols

4 Identify and manage dive-specific emergencies and problems

• 4.1Identify and respond to hazards in accordance with the emergency response plan, dive plan and risk assessment
• 4.2Recognise signs and symptoms of diving-related illnesses in self and others and take corrective action immediately in accordance with dive plan and safety procedures
• 4.3Manage umbilical to avoid entanglement and resolve entanglement issues promptly
• 4.4Maintain spatial awareness in low visibility conditions and recover promptly when balance is lost
• 4.5Recognise potential and escalating problems and report to supervisor
• 4.6Follow instructions of supervisor promptly to resolve problems and report outcomes of actions taken

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