Lessons Learned
This section includes case studies of diving related incidents at NOAA and other comparable agencies.
November 7, 2016
An experienced NOAA Diver describes the events that led to his recent out of air incident and discusses ways to prevent another incident.
Topic Accident, Diver, Diver, Diving Program, Diving: Lessons Learned, Safety
July 19, 2016
During a multi-day, high tempo mission, a diver ran out of air and was assisted to the surface by his dive buddies.
Topic Diver, Diver, Diving Program, Diving: Lessons Learned, Lesson, Safety
July 19, 2016
A habitat evaluation dive was interrupted by the unexpected appearance of a tug.
Topic Diver, Diver, Diving Program, Diving: Lessons Learned, Lesson, Safety
July 19, 2016
A recent incident involved two divers that had surfaced from a dive, remaining afloat on the surface and undetected by topside support for 55 minutes.
Topic Diver, Diver, Diving Program, Diving: Lessons Learned, Lesson, Safety
