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This page contains information about the document’s status, key dates and enquiry contact details. There is also a summary of changes between the current version and the previous version of the document.

Diving Safety Procedure

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Status	Current	Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date	9th September 2024	This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date	9th September 2029	The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority	Director, Health Safety and Wellness	The noted authority approved this version of the document.
Approval Date	6th September 2024	This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date	Not Applicable	This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Policy Owner	Jim Carmichael Director, Health Safety and Wellness	The position with overarching responsibility for ensuring implementation of, and compliance with, the policy document.
Enquiries Contact	Health, Safety and Wellness Division	General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

- Removed reference to Dive Supervisor in lieu of reference to Dive Coordinator, better aligning with terminology used in AS/NZS 2299.2 Scientific Diving.

- Redefined diver categories and listed associated required evidence of competency for each category

- Incorporated a requirement that a Dive Officer shall review any Dive Plan prior to approval from the dive coordinator’s Supervisor (aka line manager)

- Further detail re. onsite ‘pre-start’ hazard management

Clauses Amended:Procedure: All