Diving Safety Management Systems & Procedures

ORCA supports organisations in developing comprehensive DSMS aligned with international standards, industry best practice, and local regulatory requirements.

Our DSMS development services include:

• Development of a Diving Safety Policy and Objectives
• Clear definition of roles, responsibilities, and accountability
• Establishment of planning and operational control processes
• Integration of hazard identification and risk assessment
• Emergency response and contingency planning
• Documentation of procedures, manuals, and supporting records
• Alignment with client, contractor, and regulatory expectations

We work collaboratively with your team to ensure the DSMS reflects your actual operations, rather than a generic or overly complex system.

An effective DSMS must remain current, relevant, and fully implemented. ORCA offers independent, objective reviews of existing DSMS to verify suitability, effectiveness, and compliance.

Our DSMS review services include:

• Desktop review of existing DSMS documentation
• Assessment against applicable regulations, codes of practice, and standards
• Identification of gaps, weaknesses, and areas of non-compliance
• Evaluation of how effectively the DSMS is implemented in practice
• Practical recommendations for improvement and enhancement

Reviews can be conducted as part of routine assurance, following incidents, organisational change, or in preparation for audits and regulatory inspections.

ORCA has in-depth knowledge of global commercial diving regulations and industry guidance. We ensure your DSMS is aligned with:

• National and international diving regulations
• Client and contractual requirements
• Industry standards and recognised codes of practice

Our approach focuses not only on compliance, but on building a system that genuinely improves safety performance.

• Specialist technical authority in commercial diving safety
• Extensive cross-sector operational experience
• Practical, risk-based approach
• Independent and impartial advice
• Systems designed to work in real-world diving operations

Whether you require a new DSMS, a full system review, or targeted improvements to an existing DSMS, ORCA can support you.

Contact ORCA below to discuss how we can help strengthen the safety and integrity of your diving operations...