Limitations in the use of SCUBA offshore
- Recommended Practice
- Revision 2.1 - December 2023
This document highlights the limitations and dangers of using self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) for offshore diving operations.
Contents
Background
Scope
Shortcomings in the Use of SCUBA
Limited Breathing Gas
Lack of Communications with the Surface
Safety of Breathing Equipment
Decompression
Mobility/Emergency Recovery
Guidance
References
Revision
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Rev. 2.1 - December 2023Headers, footers, document map updated; no change to content
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Rev. 2 - March 2021Minor updates made during review process
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Rev. 1 - May 2016Minor updates made during review process
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Rev. - October 2003Initial publication