Safety, Risk & Compliance

This section covers operational risk management, hazard identification, safety frameworks, and regulatory compliance for commercial diving and subsea operations. Content focuses on practical frameworks rather than abstract theory.

Scope

This section addresses:

• Operational risk models — How to assess and manage operational risk
• Hazard identification — HAZID/HAZOP concepts and practical application
• ALARP principles — As Low As Reasonably Practicable assessment and implementation
• Contractor vs operator responsibilities — Responsibility boundaries and accountability
• Regulatory landscape — DNV, IMCA, ADCI, ISO standards (descriptive overview)

Key Principles

1. Risk is real — Risk assessment must reflect actual operational conditions
2. ALARP is a process — ALARP is not a number, it’s a process of continuous improvement
3. Responsibility matters — Clear responsibility boundaries prevent gaps and overlaps
4. Compliance is baseline — Regulatory compliance is minimum, not target
5. Documentation is essential — Risk decisions must be documented and defensible

Topics

• Operational Risk Models
• Hazard Identification (HAZID/HAZOP)
• ALARP Principles
• Responsibility Boundaries
• Regulatory Landscape Overview