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Dive using closed-circuit breathing apparatus (O2) in open water to a maximum depth of 10 metres

Dive using closed-circuit breathing apparatus (O2) in open water to a maximum depth of 10 metres

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFWDV024
State Code
OEE37
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/11/2022
Field of Education
031799 - Maritime Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
28/11/2022
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to dive using closed-circuit breathing apparatus (CCBA) (O2) in an open water environment to a maximum depth of 10 metres.It includes operating the oxygen compressor/hand-booster pump, inspecting and operating CCBA (O2) equipment, and conducting CCBA (O2) specific contingency drills.This unit relates, in part, to existing standards in the Australian Diver Accreditation Scheme (ADAS).This unit applies to persons working as Defence divers but can apply to others working as work divers.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies, dive plan and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Persons undertaking this unit work independently and perform specific tasks in a range of contexts that could be unpredictable.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Operate a CCBA (O2) compressor and/or hand-held booster pump
  • 1.1 Inspect O2 compressor and associated equipment for serviceability and correct gas make-up in accordance with dive brief
  • 1.2 Fit appropriate protective equipment in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 1.3 Charge O2 gas cylinders to maximum working pressure and record details in relevant logs in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 1.4 Conduct operator level maintenance on O2 compressor and/or hand-held booster pump and report defects, as required, in accordance with operational procedures
  • 1.5 Undertake compressor post-activity serviceability checks in accordance with manufacturer specifications and report defects, as required, in accordance with operational procedures
2 Conduct CCBA (O2)dive operations
  • 2.1 Select, inspect and fit CCBA (O2), and conduct apparatus test prior to entering water and in-water, in accordance with dive plan
  • 2.2 Use CCBA (O2) during dive operations and demonstrate relevant dive contingencies in accordance with organisational procedures and dive plan
  • 2.3 Complete post-dive CCBA (O2) equipment serviceability checks and report defects, as required, in accordance with organisational procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
AF234 DEFSS00037 Work Diver Clearance/Combat Diver Skill Set Skill set