Wet Bell Diving: Essential Safety and Operational Procedures

Understanding Wet Bell Diving Operations

Wet bells are used to form a basket with a pavilion where air can be stored. This creates an emergency shelter at the top of the bell in case of equipment failure. Diving support vessels (DPVs) commonly use wet bells in dynamic positioning to transport divers to their workplace.

Advantages of Using Wet Bells

  • They provide safe passage through the splash zone and strong tides.
  • Umbilicals are kept safe and away from dangers on the ship.
  • The amount of air in the rescue
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