UBC is a member of the Canadian Association of Underwater Science. Please contact the Diving Safety Officer for further details on the program.

Conducting Research Involving Diving

What are the benefits of taking part in the Diving Safety Program?

• UBC approval for the use of SCUBA diving as a tool for your studies and research projects.
• Free (or low cost) diver training, including: Advanced and Rescue Diving Techniques, First Aid and CPR, oxygen administration, underwater research techniques and more.
• Networking opportunities with other diving researchers on campus, throughout BC, North America and the world.
• Membership in the Canadian Association for Underwater Science (CAUS), a national body of underwater research institutions and individuals.
• The opportunity to attend national CAUS scientific diving conferences and events.

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What gear and materials are required in diving?

The following should be at the dive site at all times:

• Oxygen kit with sufficient supply to last until EMS is on site.
• Level 1 OFA first aid kit
• Copy of each divers log book
• Copy of each divers medical
• Copy of UBC letter of authorization to dive
• Copy of Worksafe BC part 24
• Copy of the UBC Diving Safety Manual
• Diving supervisor log
• Copy of approved Dive Accident Management Plan
• A complete set of DCIEM dive tables

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What is the minimum crew required for diving operations?

The minimum crew required for diving operations to 20m is three, comprised of a Surface Safety Attendant, and 2 divers acting as buddies or one diver tended on a life line and a standby diver. One of the three team members must be qualified as the Diver-in-Charge.

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Are there additional diving resources?

Diver Authorization Checklist:

• Diver Authorization Process (PDF)
• Diver Project Approval Form (PDF)
• Diver Registration Form (PDF)
• Diver Liability Waiver (PDF)
• Diver Status Report
• Copy of Occupational Divers Medical (PDF)

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