OSHA Instruction - Commercial Diving Operations

This instruction provides guidelines for the occupational safety and health standards for commercial diving operations, 29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T.

Executive Summary - This instruction provides guidance to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
National, Regional, and Area Offices; industry employer and employee groups; State programs;
and federal agencies concerning OSHA’s policy and procedures for implementing intervention
and inspection programs to reduce injuries, illnesses and fatalities, and to eliminate workplace
hazards found in commercial diving operations. This instruction provides tools to support
intervention and inspection programs in the commercial diving industry. This instruction:
• Supports the reduction of occupational exposure to hazards through direct intervention, and
promotes a safety and health culture through compliance assistance, cooperative programs,
and strong leadership.
• Maximizes OSHA’s effectiveness and efficiency by strengthening its capabilities and
infrastructure.