Diving Subject Matter Experts & Consultancy

Safety is the foundation of all diving operations. ORCA develops, implements, and reviews Diving Safety Management Systems (DSMS) that align with global regulations, industry best practices, and client requirements.

Our services include:

• Establishing comprehensive DSMS frameworks
• Safety policy and objectives development
• Coordination of emergency response planning
• Documentation and periodic review of DSMS to maintain compliance and operational effectiveness

Our DSMS solutions ensure that safety is not just a procedural formality, but a living, operationally integrated part of every dive project.

ORCA assists in the production and review of Diving Manuals and operational procedures, including emergency response plans. Our team ensures that procedures are:

• Project-specific and aligned with regulatory requirements
• Clear, practical, and easily understood by operational teams
• Integrated with risk assessments and operational planning
• Periodically audited and updated to reflect industry best practices

We bring technical authorship expertise, ensuring documentation is accurate, structured, and actionable in real-world operations.

Effective risk management is essential for safe diving operations. ORCA delivers comprehensive risk assessments, diving hazard analyses, and operational plans tailored to your projects.

Our approach includes:

• Project-specific diving risk assessments and HIRAs
• HAZID and HAZOP facilitation for diving operations
• Development of Diving Operations Plans aligned with project scope, asset conditions, and regulatory compliance
• Identification of hazards, control measures, and mitigation strategies

ORCA supports clients in developing and maintaining robust competency management frameworks for diving personnel, ensuring that skills, certifications, and training are aligned with operational requirements and industry standards.

Services include:

• Competency assessment frameworks for diving teams
• Identification of training needs and skill gaps
• Maintenance of competency records for regulatory compliance and operational assurance

Our team provides technical authorship and production of manuals covering diving procedures, equipment, and operational guidance. ORCA ensures that manuals are:

• Technically accurate and clearly structured
• Compliant with relevant legislation and codes of practice
• Accessible and practical for operational teams
• Periodically reviewed and updated

In the event of an accident or incident, ORCA provides qualified, independent investigation teams to ensure a thorough, objective review. Our investigations include:

• On-site assessment and evidence collection
• Root cause analysis and identification of underlying issues
• Detailed investigation reports with actionable recommendations
• Guidance on implementing corrective and preventive measures

Our approach ensures lessons are learned, risks are mitigated, and future operations are safer and more efficient.

• Global diving expertise with operational and technical authority
• Proven track record in energy, subsea, industrial, and military diving
• Practical, experience-led solutions tailored to your operations
• Independent, objective consultancy supporting compliance, risk reduction, and operational effectiveness
• Support delivered remotely or on-site, onshore or offshore

Contact ORCA below to discuss how our Diving SMEs and consultancy services can strengthen safety, compliance, and operational efficiency across your diving projects.