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    • Glossary 

    • Introduction 

    • Routes of Entry of Contaminants into the Body 

    • Types of Contamination, Associated Hazards 

    • Risk Assessment 

    • Hierarchy of Control 

    • Diving in Waters Contaminated by Drill Mud or Cuttings 

    • References

    Date: Reason: Revision:
    Date:November 2023 Reason:Quality check; document map added; no change to content Revision:Rev. 2.1
    Date:October 2021 Reason:5-year review – updated illustrations and minor editorial change Revision:Rev. 2
    Date:June 2016 Reason:Document reviewed - retained with no significant changes Revision:Rev. 1
    Date:November 2004 Reason:To expanded upon earlier guidance Revision:Rev. 0.1
    Date:November 1999 Reason:Initial publication Revision:Rev.