WHAT’S AT STAKE

Underwater work refers to any type of work or activity that takes place underwater. This can include various industries and professions that involve tasks performed beneath the surface of water bodies such as oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, or even artificial water bodies like swimming pools.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

POTENTIAL RISKS AND HAZARDS UNDERWATER WORK

• The risk of drowning is one of the most significant dangers in underwater work. Any failure or malfunction of diving equipment, loss of air supply, or entanglement can lead to a potentially fatal situation if not promptly addressed.
• Also known as "the bends," decompression sickness occurs […]

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