Commercial Diver how-to

How to Inspect Underwater Pilings

Inspections find hidden damage.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Inspections find hidden damage. In short: plan; descend; clean, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Plan the pattern.

  2. Descend.

  3. Clean marine growth.

  4. Measure loss.

  5. Film defects.

  6. Report findings.

Safety reminders for commercial divers

  • Always have a standby diver
  • Follow decompression rules
  • Lock out underwater hazards
  • Pass dive medicals

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