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Guidance on health, fitness and medical issues in diving operations

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The North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) has …

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Safety Statistics – IMCA

WebIMCA publishes safety statistics (covering injuries, fatalities, and reporting activity) based on anonymised submissions from its contractor members. Reports provide insight to industry safety, health and environment performance, identifying any particular trends and enabling IMCA members to benchmark their performance.

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Joint statement IMO-WHO on the response to the COVID-19 …

WebThe Director-General of WHO (the World Health Organisation) and the Secretary-General of IMO (the International Maritime Organization) have jointly issued the attached statement Circular Letter No.4204/Add.2 to assist States in ensuring that health measures are implemented in ways that minimize unnecessary interference with …

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DGPS health checks – IMCA

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IMCA updates 'Guidance on Safety in Shipyards' – IMCA

WebThe International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has updated its ‘Guidance on Safety in Shipyards’ IMCA HSSE 032, IMCA M 221. The document provides guidance to vessel owners and operators when preparing contracts and procedures for vessel dry docking or extended maintenance periods alongside in a shipyard. Originally …

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Health in the workplace – IMCA

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15 new safety promotion videos to be launched by IMCA – IMCA

WebPublished on 6 August 2016. The promotion of safe working practices is of paramount importance to the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) and its members around the globe. Over a two year period, IMCA will be launching 15 short mini-videos, to complement the existing IMCA pocket cards, which will be revised at the same time.

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Safety Videos Archives – IMCA

WebIMCA SPB12. Grinding wheel safety. Pocket Card Video. Oct 17. IMCA HSS014. Guidance on travel security. Document Video. Apr 24. IMCA SPB11.

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Offshore Wind Health and Safety Seminar – IMCA

WebOffshore Wind Health & Safety Seminar organised by WindTAIWAN and G+, in partnership with IMCA, on Thursday 24 August 2023 from 1.30pm.. IMCA CEO Iain Grainger will be among the speakers, speaking on “Using industry best practice to improve safety performance.”. Alongside Iain, the hybrid event will feature presentations from …

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Offshore Industry bodies join forces to boost safety and …

WebThe agreement commits the two organisations to closer collaboration to address critical and common safety challenges. Some of the areas and topics covered include: • Dynamic Positioning (DP). • Competence and Training. • Maritime Security. • Offshore Marine Operations. • Maritime Autonomous Ship Systems (MASS). • …

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Slips, trips and falls resulting from loose cables and hoses on

WebIt notes that international review of incidents reveals that a substantial percentage of incidents are caused by slips (wet surfaces etc), trips (tripping over objects) and falls (from heights or otherwise). One of the main obstacles on board vessels (also at shipyards and shore bases) is loose cables or hoses, etc., lying on deck or other areas.

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IMCA publishes Code of Practice for the use of High Pressure …

WebIMCA publishes Code of Practice for the use of High Pressure Jetting Equipment by Divers. Published on 24 September 2013. Underwater high pressure water jetting equipment is used by fully submerged divers for cleaning, or cutting, purposes. Effective and safe operation of this equipment, and of its associated surface support …

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Safety Flash Reporting – IMCA

WebIMCA Safety Flashes and systems for incident reporting and analysis are an important tool for sharing vital information. By publishing them, IMCA helps its members around the world identify potential hazards, share lessons learned and avoid repetition. Safety Flashes should be succinct, specific, factually correct and written in clear language.

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IMCA revises saturation (bell) diving systems inspection guidance

WebPublished on 16 September 2014. The International Marine Contractors Association’s (IMCA)Diving Equipment Systems Inspection Guidance Note (DESIGN) for Saturation (Bell) Diving Systems (IMCA D 024) has now been revised and updated to incorporate equipment improvements and changed operating practices since its first publication in 2001 as well

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Working with hoses and pressure – IMCA

WebRisks when working with or around hoses and pressure: Whip from hose resulting from. A sudden release due to connection failure. Disconnecting a pressurised hose. Failure to use proper hose safety locks and restraints. Sudden release due to improper fastening of connection. Failure as a result of exceeding pressure capacity of hose.

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Safety features of the Siemens Maxum Edition II gas chromatograph

WebThe UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a safety bulletin regarding the safety features of the Siemens Maxum Edition II gas chromatograph (GC) – see here. It is aimed at those using the Siemens Maxum Edition II GC which is believed to be widely in use in the oil, gas and chemicals industries. The purpose of the GC is to …

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Restricted work case (RWC): Injury to foot caused by moving roller

WebA member has reported an incident in which a person sustained an injury to his right foot caused by a moving roller in pipe-handling equipment. The injury happened when a crewman took a window of opportunity during a short repair period to paint pipe numbers on the ends of the pipes. The operator of the roller did not ensure that the area …

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IMCA publishes revision to wire rope integrity management …

WebThe International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has published a revised version of ‘Guidance on wire rope integrity management for vessels in the offshore industry’ (IMCA SEL 022 Rev. 2/IMCA M 194 Rev. 2). This is now available for downloading free of charge from the IMCA website. This document provides guidance on the …

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