International Consensus Standards for Commercial Diving Operations

Purpose - The purpose of these consensus standards is to provide best industry practices in a clear and complete format in order to contribute to the
safety and well-being of all those working in the commercial diving industry, especially commercial divers, tenders, deck support personnel
and supervisors.
These consensus standards apply to all types of underwater work, whether inland or offshore, involving commercial diving. It is intended that
these standards will complement applicable government rules and regulations as well as supplement industrial codes of safe practice for diving
and underwater operations by providing a consensus of industry best practices for underwater diving operations.
Nothing contained in this manual shall be construed to take the place of any law, rule or regulation of any governmental agency