This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to dive to a maximum depth of 30 metres using surface-supplied breathing apparatus (SSBA) and complete occupational post-dive activities. It includes the ability to check and connect equipment, prepare a dive plan, carry out an open water dive and post-dive equipment checks.

This unit applies to individuals who work as occupational divers in the seafood industry undertaking tasks in collecting or tending aquatic animals, cleaning and maintenance, retrieval and water sampling and pest control during diving operations.

Occupational licensing, legislative and certification requirements apply to this unit but vary according to state/territory requirements. Occupational diving is regulated independently by each state and territory workplace health and safety authority. Users are advised to check with the relevant authority to confirm current requirements.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Select, check and prepare equipment for an SSBA diving operation
Ensure defective equipment is marked and removed from service by the person in charge of the diving operation
Don personal protective equipment and diving equipment appropriate to the type and duration of the dive in the correct sequence
Connect and check all surface-supply equipment for correct function, line-up and readiness
Connect and check the reserve air-supply equipment for correct function and readiness
Plan dive, select and check necessary tools, and conduct a risk assessment
Ensure the dive is recorded by the person in charge of the diving operation
Undertake open water SSBA diving operations to a maximum depth of 30 metres according to accepted industry occupational diving guidelines
Follow decompression and emergency procedures according to industry occupational diving guidelines
Undertake tender duties in an SSBA diving operation according to industry occupational diving guidelines and workplace procedures
Establish and maintain effective communication with surface and dive team
Operate SSBA while divers are in the water
Maintain effective teamwork during dive operations
Follow routine instructions according to dive plan and directions from team members
Remove personal protective equipment and diving equipment on completion of the SSBA diving operation
Carry out post-dive equipment checks and report faults
Decontaminate, clean and store equipment according to workplace procedures

Assessment Cover Sheet

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