Diving Technical Authority & Consultancy

A Diving Technical Authority serves as the ultimate point of responsibility for technical integrity and compliance in diving operations. ORCA’s DTAs are highly experienced professionals who:

• Interpret and apply international diving codes and standards (IMCA, DNV, UK HSE, ADCI, Class)
• Provide assurance that systems, procedures, and personnel meet regulatory and client requirements
• Advise on risk management, emergency preparedness, and operational readiness
• Support audits, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives

ORCA offers a broad range of consultancy solutions tailored to your operational needs:

Compliance & Governance

• Development and review of diving safety management systems (DSMS)
• Gap analysis against IMCA, DNV, UK HSE, ADCI, and class requirements
• Policy, procedure, and work instruction authoring
• Regulatory liaison and certification support

Technical Assurance

• Dive system design reviews and verification
• Equipment compliance checks and acceptance testing
• Risk assessments, hazard identification (HAZID), and safety case development
• Emergency response planning and drills

Operational Support

• Mobilisation planning and readiness verification
• Crew competency assessments and training support
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Continuous improvement programmes and lessons learned integration

• Unmatched Expertise: Decades of experience across saturation, surface-supplied, and hyperbaric operations
• Independent Oversight: Objective assurance for clients, regulators, and stakeholders
• Global Capability: Onshore and offshore support for energy, renewables, subsea construction, defence, and industrial diving
• Compliance First: ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certified management systems underpin every service

• Technical governance framework and compliance roadmap
• Audit-ready documentation and evidence packs
• Risk registers, mitigation plans, and emergency response protocols
• Training materials and competency matrices
• Post-project reports and continuous improvement recommendations

Partner with ORCA for Diving Technical Authority and consultancy services that safeguard your people, assets, and reputation.  

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