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Diver Medicals – HSE ACOP

DID YOU KNOW? – Our Divers are definitely ‘fit for purpose’!

Divers must be certified by a ‘Medical Examiner of Divers’ on an annual basis. The medical is thorough and comprehensive and covers:

  • Eye, ear, nose and throat examinations
  • Respiratory, cardio-vascular, musculo-skeletal and nervous systems examinations
  • Blood & Urine tests
  • Overall assessment of fitness and psychological state.

Extract from HSE Commercial diving projects inland/inshore- Diving at Work Regulations 1997 – Approved Code of Practice and Guidance

 The medical is designed to ensure a diver’s fitness to carry out what is a physically demanding job in challenging environment. It also means you can rest assured our divers are definitely ‘fit for purpose’!

 HSE