Perform diving operations using SSBA

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Self Assessment Survey
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Moodle Outcomes
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for diving operations using SSBA

1.1. Equipment is checked and prepared for a SSBA diving operation and defective equipment is marked and removed from service by the person in charge of the diving operation

1.2. PPE and diving equipment appropriate to the type and duration of the dive are donned in the correct sequence

1.3. Before the dive, all surface-supply equipment is connected and checked for correct function line-up and readiness

1.4. Before the dive, the reserve air-supply equipment is connected and checked for correct function and readiness

1.5. A dive plan is prepared, all equipment to be used is checked, necessary tools selected, a risk assessment conducted and the dive recorded by the person in charge of the diving operation

2. Perform underwater diving operations using SSBA

2.1. Open-water diving operations to a maximum depth of 30 metres are undertaken using SSBA according to accepted industry occupational diving guidelines

2.2. Correct decompression procedures are followed

2.3. Diver's tender duties are undertaken in an SSBA diving operation according to accepted industry occupational diving guidelines

2.4. Effective communication is established and maintained

2.5. SSBA is operated whilst divers are in the water

3. Maintain effective work relationships within a dive team

3.1. Effective work relationships are established and maintained within the dive team

3.2. Effective teamwork is carried out and maintained

3.3. Routine instructions are followed

4. Complete activities after SSBA dive

4.1. On completion of the SSBA diving operation, PPE and diving equipment are removed

4.2. Post-dive equipment checks are carried out

4.3. Equipment is decontaminated, cleaned and stored