Gas Plants

Diving in or around gas plants presents unique environmental, structural, and atmospheric hazards that demand specialized training, extensive planning, and strict adherence to safety procedures. Gas plants often involve confined spaces, contaminated water, residual hydrocarbons, and complex mechanical systems. Underwater structures may include clarifiers, cooling ponds, water intakes, fire suppression water bodies, retention basins, discharge channels, and underground conduits.

Before any diver enters the water, the project requires a detailed hazard assessment and close coordination with plant operators. Lockout/tagout procedures must be strictly observed to control mechanical hazards such as pumps, valves, and moving parts. Chemical exposure risks—including hydrocarbons, solvents, and industrial byproducts—must also be evaluated, as divers may need specialized contamination-resistant suits, full-face masks, surface-supplied air, and decontamination facilities following the dive.

Blackwater conditions are common, meaning divers must work entirely by feel. Our team is trained to navigate pipe interiors, tight shafts, restricted chambers, and industrial basins where visibility may be zero and underwater obstacles unpredictable. Tasks may include sediment removal, inspection of submerged infrastructure, retrieval of lost equipment, intake cleaning, valve manipulation, and structural assessments using tactile techniques or specialized underwater cameras.

In addition, gas plant environments often involve strict permitting processes, air quality monitoring, and emergency planning due to the presence of hazardous gases and confined-entry zones. Our divers undergo continuous safety training specific to industrial sites, including H2S awareness, confined-space entry, gas monitoring, and plant-specific orientation. Because of this comprehensive approach, we can perform essential underwater work in gas plants with precision, attention to detail, and uncompromising safety standards.