In the context of decompression diving, WorkCover Queensland, as the employer or self-employed entity, must ensure the presence of a diver surface support station. This station should be equipped with essential items, including emergency breathing gas for decompression, a device for controlling position and maintaining ascent rate (e.g., an ascent line), copies of dive team plans, and each diver's calculated gas consumption requirements.

During the time divers are in the water, WorkCover Queensland must ensure the presence of personnel with specific competencies and awareness. This includes individuals trained in emergency equipment operation, familiar with dive plans, capable of controlling the vessel (if applicable), and a suitable number of support personnel based on risk factors such as the number of divers, prevailing conditions, dive site characteristics, and divers' experience levels. An alternate ascent system and a redundant gas system should be available for all divers engaged in decompression diving.

Regarding maximum exposure, WorkCover Queensland mandates that divers should not be exposed to oxygen partial pressures exceeding 1.6 bar or nitrogen partial pressures exceeding 5.0 bar while diving. These guidelines are crucial for maintaining a safe decompression environment.

For comprehensive information on decompression diving qualifications and equipment, refer to the resources provided by WorkCover Queensland.