IMCA DESIGN & Inspection Audits

IMCA DESIGN inspections are critical for verifying that diving systems meet stringent safety and performance requirements. ORCA’s inspection process identifies compliance gaps, mitigates operational risks, and ensures readiness for certification and client acceptance.

IMCA D023 – Surface-Orientated (Air) Diving Systems

• Inspections for air diving systems used in surface-supplied operations, ensuring compliance with IMCA standards for safety, redundancy, and life support.

IMCA D024 – Saturation (Bell) Diving Systems

• Comprehensive inspections for saturation diving systems, including chambers, transfer systems, and life support equipment, aligned with IMCA D024 requirements.

IMCA D037 – Surface-Supplied Mixed Gas Diving Systems

• Verification of mixed gas systems for offshore operations, covering gas management, control systems, and emergency protocols.

IMCA D040 – Mobile/Portable Surface-Supplied Systems

• Inspections for containerised and portable diving spreads, ensuring compliance for temporary or mobile deployments.

IMCA D053 – Hyperbaric Reception Facility (HRF)

• Assessment of HRF systems forming part of a Hyperbaric Evacuation System (HES), including life support and emergency readiness.

IMCA D063 – Hyperbaric Rescue Unit (HRU) Life Support Packages

• Inspections for HRU and associated life support packages, ensuring compatibility and compliance with IMCA evacuation standards.

IMCA D069 – Automated Control Systems

• Systematic assessment of automated control systems in diving plant and equipment, verifying integrity, redundancy, and alarm management.

• Compliance Gap Analysis – Identify deviations from IMCA standards
• Technical Documentation Review – Verify manuals, drawings, and certification
• Functional Testing – FAT/SAT checks for control systems and life support
• Risk Assessment & Recommendations – Mitigate operational hazards
• Certification Support – Prepare systems for class and client acceptance

• IMCA-Certified Inspectors under the Accredited Dive System Inspection Scheme
• Global Capability – Onshore and offshore inspections worldwide
• End-to-End Support – From gap analysis to compliance closure
• Integrated Safety Management – ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certified

Ensure your diving systems meet the highest standards of safety and compliance. 

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